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Overview
I’m passionate about publishing and have worked across a range of publishing sectors - academic, textbook, professional and trade. I’ve worked on everything from trade books to large-scale online reference products, sold via the trade, direct to consumer, b2b and on subscription.
These days, I specialise in helping authors to develop their ideas and stories so that they can reach as wide an audience as possible.
I love being a non-fiction editor because of the opportunity it affords to enter so many different worlds and to meet so many extraordinary people. Over my career, I've worked with top academics, corporate lawyers, technical specialists, brilliant journalists and some of the most amazing business and self-help authors like Marshall Goldsmith and Ryan Holiday.
I still get a buzz when talking to authors and helping them to find their voice.
These days, I specialise in helping authors to develop their ideas and stories so that they can reach as wide an audience as possible.
I love being a non-fiction editor because of the opportunity it affords to enter so many different worlds and to meet so many extraordinary people. Over my career, I've worked with top academics, corporate lawyers, technical specialists, brilliant journalists and some of the most amazing business and self-help authors like Marshall Goldsmith and Ryan Holiday.
I still get a buzz when talking to authors and helping them to find their voice.
Languages
English (UK)
English (US)
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs
Business & Management
Economics
Finance & Accounting
Law
Political Science & Current Affairs
Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Work experience
Editor and agent
Self-employed
January, 2017
–
Present
(about 4 years)
As an editor and agent, I help people tell their stories:
* I'm an experienced editor, and love guiding projects through structural and developmental editing.
* I am The Accidental Agent, nurturing and supporting authors from concept and proposal development through to commissioning and beyond.
* I provide high-level editorial project management.
* I tell my own stories through short-form articles, blogs and book reviews.
Business and Operations Director
Profile Books
January, 2014
–
November, 2016
(almost 3 years)
A board-level role at the award-winning independent publisher, with involvement in all aspects of strategy and operations at a time of change as the business grew and diversified.
As well as leading on operations, I also ran the Economist Books and Profile Business lists, publishing key authors such as Marshall Goldsmith and Ryan Holiday and leading a backlist reissues programme.
Managing Director
ICSA Information & Training Ltd
November, 1998
–
July, 2013
(over 14 years)
As Managing Director, I led the growth and development of publishing and events business for ICSA, a chartered professional body specialising in governance and legal compliance.
The company created an integrated offering for the full range of our market's information needs: whether market-leading online and print products, ICSA's membership magazine or professional training and conferences.
Editorial Director
Prentice Hall Europe
January, 1995
–
November, 1998
(almost 4 years)
Responsible for Prentice Hall’s European publishing programme of textbooks for higher education markets across Europe.
Portfolio (11 selected works)
First: 100 Years of Women in Law
Lucinda Acland, Katie Broomfield
Meet the amazing women who have made the legal profession their ownThe first book to tell the story for a general audiencePublished in partnership with the First 100 Years, the national campaign set up to celebrate the centenary of the 1919 Sex Disqualification (Removal) ActThe story is brought to life with photographs, archive material, boxed-out features, anecdotes and quotationsWhen Helena ... read more
We give up too easily. With a simple change of attitude, what seem like insurmountable obstacles become once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Ryan Holiday, who dropped out of college at nineteen to serve as an apprentice to bestselling 'modern Machiavelli' Robert Greene and is now a media consultant for billion-dollar brands, draws on the philosophy of the Stoics to guide you in every situation, s... read more
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The Stupidity Paradox: The Power and Pitfalls of Functional Stupidity at Work
Mats Alvesson, André Spicer
Functional stupidity can be catastrophic. It can cause organisational collapse, financial meltdown and technical disaster. And there are countless, more everyday examples of organisations accepting the dubious, the absurd and the downright idiotic, from unsustainable management fads to the cult of leadership or an over-reliance on brand and image., And yet a dose of stupidity can be useful and... read more
The essence and success of The Tao of Coaching has always been its focus on the practical tips and techniques for making work more rewarding through the habit of coaching - and this philosophy continues to underpin this brand new reissue. The book's premise is simple: that to become an effective coach, managers and leaders need master only a few techniques, even though mastery obviously requir... read more
Sales Mind: 48 tools to help you sell
Helen Kensett
We're all selling something every day, whether at work or closer to home. But with advanced technology and mass competition, it's never been harder to capture people's attention. That's why we need to develop our sales mind: mastering our innate selling skills will help us cut through the noise in any situation. Drawing on the wisdom of psychology, mindfulness and cultural history, as well as ... read more
The Age of Surveillance Capitalism: The Fight for a Human Future at the New Frontier of Power
Professor Shoshana Zuboff
How to Lead Smart People: Leadership for Professionals
Mike Mister, Arun Singh
In many jobs people work their way up through a hierarchy, an experience that prepares them for managing a team. In some professions, such as law, finance, accountancy, academia, engineering, education and healthcare, individuals may find themselves managing a team of equals. This book uses 50 simple lessons to show the reader in concise, pithy prose how to manage a team of equals with intelli... read more
The Glass Wall: Success strategies for women at work – and businesses that mean business
Sue Unerman, Kathryn Jacob
Never mind the glass ceiling. In the workplace today there's a glass wall. Men and women can see each other clearly through the divide, but they don't speak the same language or have the same expectations., And as a result, women and their careers are suffering. With more women than ever in the workforce, but still too few in the boardroom, now is the time to address the assumptions and miscom... read more
Clare has 3 reviews
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Communication & Punctuality
Working with Clare (2x times now) have both been excellent. She brings a level of professionalism and clarity to editing and collaboration that makes her really feel like she is on your team and is invested in the book's success. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Adam Braus, January 2021
Reply from Clare Grist Taylor
Clare was incredibly easy to work with and provided more than I expected in terms of value. I would recommend her unconditionally to anyone!
Adam Braus, December 2019
Reply from Clare Grist Taylor
Clare helped me to clarify my thoughts and organize into a business proposal. She has had great patience with working professionals who are juggling both their writing as well as their careers. I appreciate her insight, suggestions and direction for next steps.
Belinda Sissom, March 2019
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