Helen Simpson

A British ex-convict in colonial Australia and his fragile wife, haunted by the past crime that binds them, struggle to rebuild their lives when a young newcomer stirs long-buried passions and secrets.

Sophie Dorothea is a young woman forced into a loveless marriage with Prince George Louis of Hanover. George Louis is later crowned King George I of England. Despairing of ever experiencing true love, the depressed queen finds life at court no solace. Sophie then falls for a dashing Swedish soldier of fortune, Count Konigsmark.

Karl Anton Verloc and his wife own a small cinema in a quiet London suburb where they live seemingly happily. But Mrs. Verloc does not know that her husband has a secret that will affect their relationship and threaten her teenage brother's life.

When actress Diana Baring is found in a daze beside her colleague’s murdered body, all evidence points to her guilt. During the trial, juror Sir John Menier doubts the verdict, but yields to pressure. Haunted by remorse, he launches his own investigation.

Helen Simpson's scorching novel of passion and unspoken loyalty is brought to life in a major mini series unfolding in the epic Australian tradition of Against The Wind and Sara Dane.

The Adventures of Gracie Lou is a British-Australian animated series created by Darren and Helen Simpson, owners of Merry Dance Productions. The show premiered in 2007 on ABC For Kids. In 2011, the show aired on the Hungarian version of channel JimJam. It premiered in October 1, 2009 on Playhouse Disney (now Disney Junior) in the United States. The Adventures of Gracie Lou is set in the colourful, happy and musical world of three-year-old Gracie Lou and all her friends. They have many fun-filled adventures learning new words, playing exciting games and learning new songs.