Overview
The books you read as a child are the ones that stay with you for a lifetime. But just because they’re short doesn’t mean they’re any easier to write.
And getting published can feel like a daunting process. The publishing industry has so many gatekeepers that most authors aren’t sure where to begin, losing confidence before they’ve even attempted to send their manuscript out.
With years of experience in the publishing industry and as a former buyer for a national reading charity, I know what makes a fun book that kids actually want to read. I aim to make the publishing process transparent for authors, and I provide advice that enables them to take the first steps on their publishing journey.
All my editing focuses on inclusivity, whether it's helping you create a brief for a new series, developmental editing a picture book, or proofreading final layouts of a title.
Having worked across editorial, rights, production, and as a buyer at a national level, I have a unique set of skills that can help you develop and publish children’s books. While I focus on making books as inclusive and accessible as possible, I also aim to make them commercially viable. Because what good is an inclusive book that doesn't sell?
With over a decade of experience in the industry, including at some of the Big Five and small independent publishers, I'm flexible in my approach and able to tailor my services to your needs.
I work on books for children aged 0-12 and specialize in illustrated books. My rate varies based on the work involved. Please contact me with details of your project so I can provide you with a quote.
Services
Non-Fiction
Fiction
Languages
Awards
- Donna Zurava Memorial Award
- Berkhamsted Writing Competition (2nd)
Certifications
- Basic Proofreading Certificate - The Publishing Training Centre
- MA, Publishing - University of the Arts London
- Copywriting Workshop - Hachette Children's Books
- Foundations for Inclusion - Without Exception (training for improving inclusivity in children's books)
- Introduction to Fiction Editing - The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading
- Getting to Grips with Grammar and Punctuation - The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading
Work experience
Self-employed
BookTrust
Hachette Children's Group
Simon & Schuster UK
Make Believe Ideas
Dorling Kindersley (DK Books)
Portfolio
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