Daniel Thomas Dyer

Daniel Thomas Dyer – Designer

Production manager with over twenty years' experience in book publishing.

Overview

Since 2015, I have been freelancing and acting as project manager for two small publishers. I work in many genres, but specialise in spirituality (all faiths and none), poetry, and picture books. Check out my gallery for examples of some of my recent work.


I began my career at HarperCollins in London, where I worked for seven years in the production department of the children’s division, eventually managing the production of high-profile brands like Dr Seuss and The Chronicles of Narnia. I was involved in creating all kinds of book-related products, from pop-up books to decks of activity cards, from anniversary hard-case editions to mass-market paperbacks. Later production experience included working at Pearson Education in Oxford, Elektra Media in Manchester, and the Central Office of Information in London.


Outside my stints in the publishing industry, I've taken time out to be a full-time author and workshop facilitator, working especially in the field of interfaith. This has often involved using the creative arts to build bridges of appreciation and understanding across different faiths and cultures, from workshops contemplating sacred poetry from different religions, to representing the whirling dervishes at events such as the Bradford Literature Festival. If your project has a religious or spiritual theme, I may have subject knowledge or experience you will find useful.


Working with me is a creative process offering you a range of options adapted to your vision and target audience. Because of my all-round experience, we can work with an awareness of the entire production process, through editing and design to the final print or digital product.

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Inspirational Middle Eastern & Islamic Studies New Age Philosophy Religion & Spirituality
Fiction
Poetry
Languages
English
Certifications
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Publishing from West Herts College

Work experience

Self-employed

May, 2015 — Present

Elektra Media/HarperCollins

May, 2013 — Apr, 2015 (almost 2 years)

Project Manager - Elektra Media, 2014-15
Working on educational books and digital products outsourced by some of the biggest publishers in the UK, including Pearson, HarperCollins, and Cambridge University Press.

Project Lead - HarperCollins, 2013-14
Worked on primary and secondary educational books from initial concept to print-ready files.

Pearson Education/Central Office of Information

Jun, 2007 — Aug, 2010 (about 3 years)

Production Controller - Pearson Education, 2009-10
Responsible for overseeing the production of books related to primary, secondary, vocational, and international education.

Project Manager - Central Office of Information, 2007-08
Managed accounts for the Home Office, from initial concept to delivered product.

HarperCollins

Jun, 2000 — Jun, 2007 (about 7 years)

Responsible for managing the production of the Children’s Licensed Properties list from initial concept to delivered product, including brands such as Dr Seuss and The Chronicles of Narnia.

Daniel Thomas has 6 reviews

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Cynthia V.

Cynthia V.

Oct, 2023

I can not recommend Daniel enough. He “got” my project at a soul is level and was able to conceptualize and put into reality what I didn’t even know I wanted. Above and beyond my expectations. He was professional and communicated with consistency and timeliness. He also was good as kindly suggesting additions and edits that enhanced my project to a different level. I am grateful for his experti...
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Mark W.

Mark W.

Sep, 2023

Daniel made my project come together beautifully. While he is in the UK and I am in the US, timezones never impacted responsiveness or turnaround time. He was always thoughtful and willing to adjust based on my requests. I can’t recommend him any more. You don’t be disappointed.
Daniel Thomas D.
Thank you, Mark! It was a real pleasure working with you and I wish you every success with your books!
Christopher H.

Christopher H.

Jun, 2023

It was pleasure working with Daniel Thomas. Excellent, high-quality and original work resulting in exceptionally good design. Daniel is very responsible, easy to communicate with and sensitive to the subject. He will grasp your concepts with ease and deliver a unique and original output within the agreed timeframe. Daniel was also extremely helpful in advising and giving a model on how to c...
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Daniel Thomas D.
Thank you, Tanya! It was a pleasure working on such insighful books with you and Christopher, and a joy to learn about your work with Bön and Tibetan medicine. May your books bring much healing!
Emilio C.

Emilio C.

May, 2023

Daniel, I want to convey my gratitude for the excellent job you did designing the graphics for the cover of my book. Your design encapsulated the essence of the book and visually conveyed its message. I am highly impressed with your creativity, attention to detail, and ability to bring my vision to life. From start to finish, it was a pleasure to work with you. Emilio Collar
Daniel Thomas D.
Always a pleasure to work with you, Emilio! Good luck with the book!
Leiah B.

Leiah B.

Apr, 2023

If I had had a magic lantern to conjure up the perfect partner to help me produce a book that looked as wonderful as I could dream of, and to be someone with whom working would be a joyful, relaxing partnership, I could not have done better than what I found in Daniel Thomas. As soon as I saw examples of his work, I knew he was the one for me. His initial response to my query indicated his ad...
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Daniel Thomas D.
Thank you, Leiah! It really was a joy to work with you on your beautiful book of poems. May they find the wide audience they deserve and spread some much-needed light!

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