Shudder's Adrian Turner on coming out later in life and importance of diversity in children's books – exclusive

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but for Welsh author Adrian Turner he completed his debut novel in the Shudders series.PHOTOS: Meet the LGBTQ mums and dads and their adorable children: From Elton John to Tom DaleyThe book series is aimed at children and takes heavy inspiration from R.

L. Stine's iconic Goosebumps series, and speaking exclusively to HELLO! for Pride Month, Adrian revealed that the idea came from the lack of "inclusive books aimed at my children's age".

Even though the author is an out and proud gay man, he came out later on in life after having fathered twin daughters with his ex-partner.WATCH: Meghan Markle reads her children's book to kids at Harlem schoolSpeaking about his coming out journey, he explained: "I thought I would have a difficult time, especially having the children and really been established in the straight world.

However, when I came out, it was really accepting. I joined groups, sports teams, that are inclusive to all aspects, and it's just been really welcoming."He added that he wanted to smash the stereotype that the valleys in South Wales weren't an accepting place.SEE: 15 beautiful LGBTQ celebrity weddings: Rylan Clark, Ellen DeGeneres & moreMORE: 12 binge-worthy LGBTQ+ shows you need to watchHe was also happy to share that even though it came "out of the blue" for his family, they were also quick to offer their support to the best-selling author.His biggest supporters ended up being his daughters, as he shared: "They kind of love it, which is like the strangest thing because I try and explain to them it's not just about that aspect.