Ken Wilkie is an independent writer, editor and creative consultant, based in the Netherlands. He has launched and edited more than 20 publications including, for many years, the KLM inflight magazine Holland Herald. Ken Wilkie is a many-sided character which is reflected in his journalistic work. Most of his books focus on travel experience and the lives of artists where he combines investigative journalism with a personal style. He was named Journalist of the Year at the 2004 USA Travel Media Awards in London. The improvised background music you hear is played by him.