Overview
I'm a published author, editor and freelance journalist. I've written SFF fiction for two major franchises - STAR WARS and WARHAMMER - alongside original works including the acclaimed FLOODWORLD trilogy. My latest book is THE WORLDS OF DUNE, an in-depth exploration of the diverse inspirations behind Frank Herbert's classic novel.
I spent 9 years as Assistant UK Film Editor at Time Out magazine, which entailed extensive editing and proofreading as well as writing reviews, features and online content. I also have a Masters degree in Screenwriting with a specialisation in Script Editing.
I have an in-depth understanding of how to tell a story, from mapping out plots and character arcs to polishing the final manuscript. I'm a considerate and sympathetic editor - after all, I've been there myself. From fantasy fiction and sci-fi to books or articles on film, literature, music and TV, I'm here to help make your work as good as it can be.
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Self-employed
I currently work as a freelance author, editor, proofreader, journalist, copywriter and all-round content provider. Alongside original fiction like my acclaimed FloodWorld trilogy, I've also write non-fiction like the upcoming The Worlds of Dune, and franchise fiction for younger readers including the Warhammer Adventures and Star Wars: Adventures in Wild Space series. I also work as a freelance film and TV journalist for The Guardian, Sight and Sound, Little White Lies and Time Out, among others. I've written and edited all kinds of content including for the Royal Mail stamp collections and DVD booklet essays.
Time Out London
I was the Assistant UK Film Editor at Time Out magazine in London, writing film reviews, features, interviews and extensive online copy. My reviews were published worldwide, including in Time Out's New York edition.
I also edited and proofread extensively, and regularly prepared the film pages for publication. I commissioned and edited reviews from freelance writers, and posted reviews to the magazine's online platform. I developed a keen eye for spelling and grammatical errors in both American and British English.
Electric Sheep Magazine
I wrote reviews, features and interviews for a London-based film magazine and website, as well as proofreading and editing other writers' reviews and features. I also wrote and designed the monthly film crossword.
Not Coming to a Theater Near You
I wrote film and TV reviews, features and interviews for a highly regarded US-based film website. I also proofread and edited the work of other writers, learning the differences between US and UK English.
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