<p><strong>About the Author</strong></p><p>Shaun Rigby is a seasoned communications professional with 25 years of experience in strategic communication, crisis management, journalism, and public affairs. Throughout his career, Shaun has ghostwritten opinion pieces for high-profile politicians and CEOs, with works published in prestigious outlets like <em>The Australian</em>, <em>Australian Financial Review</em>, and <em>The Guardian</em>. He has won two Queensland media awards and played a pivotal role in managing media during the Beaconsfield mine disaster, demonstrating his expertise in high-pressure situations.</p><p>Driven by a passion for storytelling, Shaun ventured into fiction with his debut novel, <em>The Last Hope</em>, blending his professional background in communication with his love for imaginative worlds. </p>
