Overview
Hello, there! I'm a writer and editor of illustrated books for children of all ages, from babies to YA. I have been in children’s publishing for nearly a decade and previously worked as an early years and primary school teacher (the fun kind of teacher - not the boring kind!)
Having worked in-house at DK and Penguin Random House since 2015, I have been lucky enough to write and edit some truly incredible books. I take books from the first spark of an idea (sometimes mine, sometimes someone else's) all the way through development, writing, and copy editing. I've worked with incredible first-time authors and authors who have been writing longer than I've been alive. I love the process of creating a truly unique book and there's nothing quite like seeing your published book on the shelf in a bookshop or library.
Here are some of the types of project and topics I love the most:
- Picture books
- Illustrated non-fiction
- Animals, nature, and the environment
- History
- Travel
- Myths and legends
- Nerd culture
- Anything offbeat, odd, and quirky
- Books that make growing up interesting, exciting, or a little bit magical
Please get in touch if you would like to work together. I can't wait to see what you've been writing!
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Work experience
Self-employed
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Penguin Random House
DK
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