Lorna Beedham spent all her childhood wanting to be a teacher. She ended up fulfilling that dream in 1987 when she qualified as a Primary School teacher. She taught in the Birmingham and surrounding areas and became a Headteacher in Rugby. She took opportunities to read poetry to the children especially those by Allan Ahlberg.
In 2002 she became a Primary School Adviser in Nottingham City and worked there for 11 years before deciding to become a foster carer in her home area. She and her husband did that for 7 years before Lorna took on a role as Shop Manager in a community hub her church established in the local town.
Once she decided to focus on her writing she set herself up as a dog-walker to keep her fit and healthy and to give a break from the time she spends writing. She enjoys both activities.