Anne Lamott: Writer, political activist, in-demand public speaker and writing teacher.

Rachel Carson: Phenomenally prescient marine biologist, author, and conservationist.

Tim Winton: Writer of novels, children’s books, non-fiction books, and short stories.

Ernest Hemingway: Much loved journalist, novelist, short-story writer and sportsman.

Lynne Roper: Advocate of swimming “in the wild”, courageous writer and humanitarian.

Nic Compton: Writer, photographer and sailor who has spent his life around boats.

David Goggins: Extreme athlete, motivational speaker and author. Retired US Navy SEAL.

Essayist who brought Californian subcultures to wider attention.