Hello, and welcome to my website

I am a professional artist and author living and working in the beautiful Algarve in Portugal.

You can find out more about me and my work here.

Discover the magical tale that offers hope and healing

"This is a heartwarming and uplifting tale of love, perfect for any animal lover."

"The Rainbow Bridge is a beautifully imagined journey that will stir the soul and heal grieving hearts everywhere.”

Click here for my new release - The Rainbow Bridge

The remarkable tale of a rescued Spanish water dog

"If you are animal lover then this is the must-read book of the year."

"I loved this book. It was sad, sensitive and so beautifully written. I could not put the book down. It was tender, humorous, and just delightful reading.”

Click here to find out more about my bestseller - Kat the dog

Alyson Sheldrake - Artist

I have been working as a full-time artist for almost 15 years, and my work is displayed in private homes and businesses across the world.

I paint in acrylics and have a modern and vibrant style that can transform your living space or office.

Please note: I am currently not taking on any new commissions.

Click here to view more of my artwork

Alyson Sheldrake - Author

I am also a published author of eight books to date.

My animal memoir, Kat the Dog: The remarkable tale of a rescued Spanish water dog, is a multi-award winning bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic.

My new release, The Rainbow Bridge, is my first foray into fantasy fiction.

The Algarve Dream Series includes Living the Dream - in the Algarve, Portugal, and the sequel Living the Quieter Algarve Dream and tells the story of our move to live in Portugal. Book three, A New Life in the Algarve, Portugal, introduces you to more people who have made the beautiful Algarve their home.

I am also the curator of the Travel Stories Series of anthologies, featuring almost fifty different travel memoir authors all sharing their adventures with you.