Book publishing consultant, editor and writer with twenty-five years' experience of working with authors, agents, publishers, blue- chip companies, public bodies and academic institutions to create the best possible content and engage audiences.I am skilled in content strategy, acquisition and development, mentoring authors and partners, rights, copyright and contracts for print and digital publishing. I also create content (writing and photography) and provide a full range of editorial services.I am experienced in the strategic and operational leadership of publishing programmes (including start-ups, turnarounds and new acquisitions) across global consumer/trade, professional and academic markets. I have recruited, coached and mentored editorial teams, spearheaded partner relations, set strategy and held p&l accountability on a broad range of publishing programmes, with a proven track record of achieving sustained growth. I am accustomed both to participating in and leading multi-disciplinary teams with a range of partners and stakeholders. I also provide training for publishing/writing professionals and facilitate workshops to engage vulnerable and diverse communities with arts activities.My academic background is in literature, a subject in which I maintain a keen interest.Specialities: CONTENT STRATEGY AND CURATION: publishing consultancy, commissioning and developing content.CONTENT CREATION: writing, rewriting, research, photography.MANUSCRIPT ASSESSMENT and DEVELOPMENT, author mentoring and editorial services.RIGHTS, copyright and contracts.TENDERS, PARTNERING, mentoring brands and other stakeholders.TRAINING and facilitating workshops.COMMUNITY ARTS ENGAGEMENT.PROJECT and FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT.