I was first published when I was just nine years old – it was a derogatory poem about a teacher I didn’t like (he had bullied my dyslexic brother, a poem seemed like suitable revenge). I’ve grown up a bit since then, expanding my work into quirky, entertaining and creative writing for readers and businesses.

Originally from Newcastle, UK, I travelled the world and eventually fell in love with New Zealand (and a New Zealander). After spending a number of years studying and being in and out of the communications industry, I quit my agency job and became a full-time freelance writer and communications specialist in 2015.

I continue to travel, explore and write from my home in the mountains.

My adventurous spirit starts on the page, but when I’m not writing, you’ll find me running (slowly) up a mountain, open swimming somewhere cold, or at an arts event. I also dabble in aerial arts, am a terrible cellist and an unremarkable watercolour artist. I believe that only by exploring as much as possible, a writer can create truly original and authentic work.

Writing qualifications and memberships

• Professional member of the New Zealand Society of Authors

• BA (Hons) English Literature

• 10+ years of industry experience, full-time freelance since 2015