Tony Franks-Buckley was born in Birkenhead and lives in Wallasey near Liverpool. After studying History at Liverpool John Moores University, he has progressed into a further historical role, writing local history on Wirral. He is the author of short stories, pirate fiction and several books.

Has written books such as:

New Brighton - A Victorian Seaside Resort.

Wallasey - Days Gone By.

The History of Birkenhead & Bidston.

An Introduction to the West Wirral Coastline.

The Hitchhikers Guide to the Wirral Peninsula.

The Treasure of Treasures - Part 1 Ye Black Rock

The Hector Hornsmith Diaries

The Inventor's Quest (Coming Soon)