Jim Pipe graduated with a degree in Ancient and Modern History from Oxford University before teaching in Hong Kong. Back in England, he worked as an editor in children's publishing for several years. He is now a freelance writer and has written over 100 children's titles, including history, horror, graphic novels and fantasy books.

A Mighty Fortress/ castle plan and cross-section/ how to use the book; The Bailey (add stickers to the scenes); The Dungeon and Storeroom; The Kitchen; The Great Hall; The Chapel; The Tower and Battlements; Siege!; The Joust; The Garden; Colour it in; Who Lives in the Castle? - colour in the characters - the lord and lady, cook, jesters, knights etc; Colour up the Siege Scene; Spot the Misfits; Plan your own Castle; Who wins the Joust?; Ends.