Stephen Dundon-Smith is an Australian author and songwriter with a passion for history, extraordinary characters, and stories that bring the past vividly to life.
His writing explores the lives, ambitions, secrets and relationships of fascinating people, often blending historical fact with imaginative storytelling. His novel Cheiro’s Lost Diary: The Secret Life of a Palmist draws on the remarkable world of William John Warner, better known as Cheiro, the celebrated Victorian palmist whose extraordinary life brought him into contact with royalty, celebrities, artists and influential figures on both sides of the Atlantic.
Stephen’s work reflects his longstanding interest in family history, theatre, music and the colourful personalities of earlier generations. As both an author and songwriter, he brings a creative perspective to storytelling, whether through the written word or music.
With a particular fascination for the hidden stories behind famous names, Stephen Dundon-Smith invites readers to look beyond the public image and discover the intriguing lives that lie beneath it.
