Amplifying the stories, voices and organisations that matter
Formerly Editor of both the Sunday Mirror and The People newspapers and Executive Editor of the Daily Mirror and Mirror.co.uk, I have almost two decades experience working at the highest level of national print and digital media.
As well as writing for titles across the national press I use my inside knowledge of the industry to provide bespoke strategic media services to organisations, individuals and causes that are changing the world for the better.
The experience and contacts I’ve picked up along the way allow me to understand exactly what makes a story, how to create maximum reach and visibility, but also how to manage negative attention and deal with the media in a crisis.
If you think I could help you on your media journey, or would like to commission me, get in touch.
Media Services
Consultancy
I’m proud to hold non-executive advisory roles at two brilliant startups, which are both doing excellent, disruptive work to change our lives for the better. More exciting updates on those coming soon.
I’m currently also taking on media strategy work with exciting organisations that do good. So, if you think I could help your business, charity, campaign, or individual profile, get in touch.
My consultancy services include:
Comment and Analysis
I provide columns, op-eds, written pieces and broadcast work across the media.
I offer impassioned and informed comment and analysis on the media industry, all areas of arts and culture, politics and the broader news agenda.
Areas of special interest include books and literature, education, social mobility, gender politics, mental health, LGBTQIA+ issues, social justice, music and the creative industries.
Listen to my appearance on The Editor’s Inbox podcast here:
Creative Work
Fiction
I’m a part-time Masters student at Keble College, University of Oxford, studying for an MSt in Creative Writing. My portfolio includes poetry, prose and script writing for television, stage and film.
Nonfiction
In 2023 I had a book published with Olympic legend Dame Kelly Holmes. Unique is available in paperback now:
Unique: A Memoir
Contact me for a free consultation if you have a story you think could make a book.
As a trained bibliotherapist, I use literature and reading in a therapeutic setting to help clients deal with the challenges of modern life. Book a consultation via the London Book Clinic here: London Book Clinic