Todd Alexander

Todd Alexander is an Australian author and wine industry professional whose book Over the Hill and Up the Wall is a warm, humorous account of life in the Australian wine country. Alexander draws on his experience of relocating from the city to manage a vineyard in the Hunter Valley to create an entertaining and insightful account of rural life, winemaking and the challenges and rewards of a dramatic lifestyle change. His writing combines self-deprecating humour with genuine appreciation for the landscape, community and culture of Australian wine country. Alexander has written several books, including memoirs and novels, that reflect his varied life experiences and his talent for finding comedy and warmth in everyday situations. His approach to memoir is engaging and accessible, creating stories that appeal to readers who enjoy accounts of life-changing decisions, rural living and the wine industry. The audiobook edition brings his entertaining account of life in the Australian countryside to listeners who appreciate humorous memoir, wine culture and stories about the courage to start over.