Looking for a freelance journalist, author or writer?
You've come to the right place! I have worked as a writer and editor, on staff and freelance, for over ten years and am always open to discussing new freelance opportunities. I'm particularly interested in building on my experience writing about technology and business, and working on new magazine contributions and book projects.
Because I've worked in-house, I understand the problems commissioning editors typically face and I ensure my copy is easy to process in the editorial office.
I meet deadlines.
I'm a UK freelance journalist, but I'm happy to work with international publications or organisations.
My experience as a freelance journalist and author
As an author, I have written the following books:
- iPad for the Older and Wiser (John Wiley & Sons)
- Web Design in Easy Steps (In Easy Steps Ltd)
- Microsoft Office for the Older and Wiser (John Wiley & Sons)
- Social Networking for the Older and Wiser (John Wiley & Sons)
- University of Death (Lulu)
- The Customer Service Pocketbook (co-written with Tony Newby, Management Pocketbooks)
- Small Business Websites That Work (Pearson Education)
- Quick Answers to Web Marketing Questions (co-written with Alison Alsbury, Pearson Education)
As a freelance journalist and staff writer, I have written for a wide range of business, technology, consumer and music magazines. These include:
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My freelance journalism portfolio
There are many examples of my work on this website, particularly in the articles archive. You can also search this site by keyword. If you'd like to learn more about my experience in a particular sector, or would like me to send you some examples of my work, please contact me without obligation.
My experience as a freelance copywriter
Additionally, I have over five years of experience working in PR, specialising in helping technology companies to communicate with customers, investors and partners. I have extensive experience ghost-writing thought leadership articles on behalf of leading technology companies, including Intel and Oracle. These have appeared in online and print magazines including:
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Areas of expertise and interest
One of my key skills is that I can quickly learn about new technologies and business ideas, and then find a clear way to express them.
Topics I've written about include marketing (and online marketing), website design, programming (including apps, games development and parallel programming), website design (including accessibility and usability), small business development, music promotion and band interviews, transport technology (including civil engineering), encryption and security, book promotion, and public relations.
I enjoy taking on new topics and new projects, so if you've got an idea for something we might be able to work on together, drop me a line, and I'll see how I can help.
Other relevant information
- I'm based near London in the UK, but am happy to work with clients worldwide.
- I've studied photography and am often able to supply images to go with stories. You can see some of my concert photographs here and my travel photography here.
- I also design websites (including this one), so I can supply text with HTML markup and can write material suitable for the medium.
- I have extensive experience subediting copy and proofreading for style and accuracy.
- I have a BSc (Hons) in International Business and German from Aston University in Birmingham, England.
- I have extensive experience covering international trade shows for publications.
Contact me
If you've got a proposal to discuss, let's talk.
Copyright licensing
If you're interested in reproducing any of the work on this website or my other websites, please see my copyright licensing information and/or contact me to discuss.