People are often surprised to learn that, despite words being my first love, I actually ended up singing my way around the world on cruise ships for the first 7 years of my career. And while I loved it, I always felt like I was missing something.

Fast forward to 2022. I began working in a secondary school, primarily in a behaviour management role, but also tutoring English and maths. My love of writing and books flooded back, and after a period of dithering about while terrified to take the plunge, I eventually began an MA in Creative Writing & Publishing in 2024 with Bournemouth University, and got a job as a Waterstones bookseller to boot.

I graduated from my MA last year with distinction. I now write romantasy novels in my free time (I am in the process of writing my second with the intention of querying in the summer), and am currently undertaking qualifications with the Publishing Training Centre to fine-tune my editing skills, and Curtis Brown Creative’s 3-month writing course to continue developing my own writing. I have an engaged following on Instagram, where I regularly share updates on my own work.

In my free time, you will find me either walking, writing or reading. I love true crime, thrillers, romance, romantasy and fantasy, but to be honest, I’ll read just about anything (although extreme gore is a little much for my sensitive brain).

If you’re considering working with me, get in touch! I promise I’m not as scary as I look…