Larry McEvoy grew up in South Dublin. He subsequently obtained three university degrees at University College Dublin (BA Social Science), University of Surrey (MSC Applied Social Studies), University of London (BA Philosophy). After working in banking, on building sites and with alcoholics, he spent the majority of his career in the Probation Service in London, including two spells working in London prisons. Since retiring he has been writing poetry and stories. He enjoys running. He has two adult children and lives in Buckinghamshire with his wife.