services + prices
affordable writing and editing without cut corners
£50 per 1000 words, advert, or web page
editing + rewriting
I specialise in polishing the work of rough-diamond writers. If your words have a heart of gold but need a skilled writer's touch, this is the ideal choice. If you're lacking a bit of experience, I'll help your writing reach its potential by editing and rewriting it in a subtle but effective way. And if your work could use some extra material, I can write it for you in your voice. They'll never know it wasn't you!
£30 per 1000 words, advert, or web page
classic copy edit
Editing is so much more than simply fixing text errors. A skilled editor will take an overview of your writing and trim and reorganise it to help your story shine. Even the most famous and experienced writers use an editor because their keen eye for detail improves the reader's perception of the finished piece. The process can be as collaborative as you like, so we'll simply tweak it to suit your needs.
£20 per 1000 words, advert, or web page
copy check
Weed out mistakes before publishing with a professional copy check. This is a big step up from basic proofreading. A copy check delves deeper to fix the continuity errors and formatting mistakes that a proofreader won't touch. This is a great service for experienced writers who want to add polish to their work.
editing
£30 per page
children's book edit
What's the difference between a memorable book and a forgettable one? Editing. Parents want to share great stories with their children, but if it's hard to read, it'll get forgotten. Your story deserves better, so send your book for editing before it goes off to the publisher. With the eyes of an editor (and a parent), I'll make sure your words leap off the page and read like a dream. And if your rhyme or rhythm could use a tweak, I'll fix it for you. You'll have the final say, of course! So let's work together to make your book the one parents and kids are crying out for at bedtime.
£75 per 1000 words
script edit
Get a fresh perspective from a seasoned storyteller. I'll trim the fat and help you get to the heart of your story.
writing
£50 per hour / £350 per day
copywriting
Want to sell a product or service? You need a creative copywriter. From punchy little adverts to sprawling brochures, copywriters are masters of persuasion. In fact, they've sold you almost everything you've ever bought. But how? That's our little secret. Get in touch to unlock the superpower and make your message matter.
£250 per 1000 words
web + magazine articles
Whether you want a balanced view or an article that takes a stance, I've got you covered. Naturally, I offer straightforward reporting, but I can also write feature articles that cut to the core of a subject. My specialist subjects include: + Wine & Spirits + Football (including non-league) + Jazz + Opera + Cooking + Fine dining + Fish and aquariums + Sitcom + Television production + Architecture + Interior design + Web design + Graphic design + Branding
£250 per 1000 words
ghostwriting
From gripping memoirs to punchy articles, get an expert to write it for you. For memoirs and autobiographies, we'll start with a series of interviews to get a handle on your story. Then I'll pen a book that captures your voice and story perfectly. For articles and shorter pieces, I'll arrange a kick-off conversation to get a feel for what you want. Then I'll write a gripping article in your voice. You wouldn't believe how many celebrity columnists have their articles written for them. (But you didn't hear that from me.) Got a story to tell? Need some help telling it? Get in touch.
circa £500 - £1000 per book
ghostwrite children's book
Having a great idea for a children's book is one thing, writing one is another. It takes an experienced writer to express big ideas to growing minds. Get a born storyteller on your side and enchant children for generations. Shall we begin...?
£50 per hour / £350 per day
website copywriting
You have a fraction of a second to grab your visitor's attention. Don't waste it. I love websites. They give you an immediate window into the vision of their maker, but they also give you a very clear idea of their level of competency. We've all visited sites that don't look right or seem amateurish. Often, it's not the look of the website that gives you that impression, it's the writing. If the key message is poorly written, the visitor automatically assumes it only gets worse from there. Don't let that happen to you. By this point, you've probably heard about SEO (Search Engine Optimisation). That's the kind of writing that gets you found on Google. But when you're hiring a writer for your website, don't just settle for someone who writes good SEO. While it certainly drives people to your site, SEO doesn't clinch the deal. Great copywriting does. With me, you get a creative copywriter who writes with SEO in mind. You won't just get found on Google, your visitors will actually be excited to get in touch with you. Isn't that what we all want? Stop putting it off. Drop me a line and let's chat about your website ambitions. I can't wait to help you achieve them.
£50
book blurb
Part sales pitch and part storytelling, blurb writing is an artform in itself. ​Believe it or not, the words in your blurb are the most important words in your entire book as they often make or break whether someone buys it or not. Don't leave those words to chance. Using my experience in both sales copywriting and story writing, I've written blurbs that have sold A LOT of books. Tap into my experience and let me help you sell yours.
POA
sitcom script
Writing a sitcom is no laughing matter. I suffer so you don't have to. Whether you've got an idea for a sitcom and need someone to write the pilot, or you're hiring for a long-running show, I'm the fresh and funny voice you're looking for. Get in touch and let's chat sitcom.