Author
Heather Summer
Welcome to the official website of Heather Summer, an author based in Brixham, Devon, whose stories blend mystery, horror, and romance against the haunting beauty of England’s South Coast. From the narrow streets of Brixham to the rugged cliffs and stormy seas beyond, Heather draws inspiration from her seaside surroundings to craft unforgettable tales filled with suspense, emotion, and depth.
Where South Devon’s Landscape Sparks Imagination and Storytelling
Brixham, Devon is a historic seaside town rich in ghost stories, folklore, and literary inspiration. Surrounded by South Hams, Dartmoor, and Torbay, it’s a place where imagination flourishes.
Located on the beautiful South Devon coast, Brixham is a town rich in history, folklore, and enduring ghost stories, wrapped in a magical atmosphere that sparks the imagination. With its ancient harbour, winding streets, and centuries old tales, Brixham inspires creativity and storytelling at every turn. Visitors to this charming seaside town often fall deeply in love with its beauty and character, leaving with dreams of returning again and again. Surrounded by the stunning landscapes of South Hams, the wild moorlands of Dartmoor, and the dramatic coastline of Torbay, inspiration is always close. With strong literary connections to Agatha Christie, whose stories were influenced by this coastline, Brixham remains a place where imagination thrives and stories are waiting to be written.
My children’s stories are written with a gentle purpose: to nurture kindness, courage, and a love for the natural world especially the precious coastal environments we are so lucky to have here in Brixham.
🌊 Lilly the Magical Mermaid of Brixham
Lilly’s story is inspired by the beauty of Brixham Harbour and the real sea creatures that call it home. Through Lilly and her underwater friends, young readers discover how something as simple as rubbish left behind can have serious consequences for marine life.
By showing Lilly helping to protect the ocean and inspiring others to care for it, the story gently teaches children that keeping rubbish out of the sea keeps sea creatures safe.
It encourages responsibility, empathy, and the understanding that small acts of kindness like picking up litter can create big, positive change.
🌱 Ava The Brave
Ava’s adventure takes place in the stunning Fishcombe Cove, a location that is not only beautiful but environmentally important. Beneath the waves lies a vital seagrass habitat, which provides shelter for marine life, supports biodiversity, and helps protect our coastline.
Through Ava’s bravery and leadership during a storm, the story highlights the importance of this special area in an age appropriate, heartfelt way. Children learn that places like Fishcombe Cove are worth protecting and that caring for nature is just as important as caring for one another.
💙 Stories with a Purpose
Together, these books aim to plant early seeds of environmental awareness. They are not lessons, but stories of wonder, friendship, and courage, designed to help children fall in love with the sea and understand why protecting it matters.
By connecting magical storytelling with real world coastal conservation, Lilly and Ava remind young readers (and grown-ups too) that looking after our oceans today helps protect their magic for tomorrow.
