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I'm a freelance writer specialising in: - creative writing - ghostwriting - writing for children - educational materials (particularly primary school, or TEFL) - article writing - travel writing - editing and proofreading I graduated from Bath Spa University in 2011 with 1st class hons in Creative Writing and English, after which I spent five years living in Asia (China and Japan) where I was working as a freelance writer and TEFL teacher. These days I am a frequent contributor to several TEFL and travel websites. As an experienced language teacher, I specialise in working with those who use English as a second language. I also have much experience of materials with children as their target audience (as I have worked with many different textbooks during my time as a teacher, as well as making my own graded materials and specialising in writing for children during my time at University) and so any creative writing, editing or article writing to do with children would be my cup of tea. I pride myself in sticking to deadlines, working professionally and neither overselling nor underselling my abilities. I have an excellent command of the English language and also speak basic Chinese and Japanese. Contracts I love include: - writing stories for children, ghostwriting children's books and creating educational materials. Whether it's creating a modern version of a well-known folk story or creating original content on a chosen theme, ghostwriting for children is my specialist topic - writing colloquial, easy-to-read travel articles, especially with listicle features and awesome destinations (I specialise in Japan, China, and the UK - particularly my niche of the Channel Islands) - I'm always interested in long-term, professional contracts with top clients If you are interested in hiring me to help with your projects, please get in contact. I look forward to hearing from you.

There is no vision so vast, intimate, or out there that it cannot be communicated perfectly with the right words. I write for corporations that want their kids to like them and independent creators who want their parents to respect them. With an artistic background, an eye for structure, and a compulsion for wit and lyricism, I've tended to succeed where corporate meets consumer and where independents strive for high levels of creativity and professionalism. I employ color, elegance, intelligence, humor, wordplay, a few winks, and much hard work to ensure my clients are happy. My unique angle stems from my dual areas of expertise: on the one hand, I am a well-disciplined agency writer, comfortable delivering complex work on time and within budget; on the other, I am a musician, freelancer, and contrarian who can transition seamlessly into poetry, wit, irreverence, and pithy commentary. Clients most often bring me in to: —Ghostwrite memoirs and personal transformation stories that feel rich, human, and voice-driven (including for Olympic athletes, founders, and creatives). —Write brand scripts, keynote speeches, and web copy that blend sharp messaging with emotional punch. —Craft children’s books—sometimes rhyming, often offbeat, always memorable—with emotional clarity and playfulness. Every project is different—but if the story matters, I’m in. Upwork clients have said of their experience working with me (taken from my testimonials) … —“I must say, he is nothing short of remarkable. Steve is not only incredibly talented but also an amazing human being.” —“I have yet to ask him for help on a project that he hasn’t vastly improved the idea. He is a testament to the writing profession.” —“Steve is a gift of a human. I'm glad to have met and worked with him. He truly has exceptional talent.” —“Steve did a fantastic job on a challenging assignment.” —“Usually, when I work with freelancers, the work takes weeks to months. He had it done in days and turnover in less than 24 hours. Possibly one of the best freelancers I've worked with.” —“Steve knocked our project out of the ballpark!” —“Steve is a brilliant, creative writer with a totally professional attitude. Working with him was sheer joy.” And it would be my job to ensure you are equally happy. Contacting me won’t cost you a thing. I would love to hear from you. Reliable — creative ghostwriter — creative writing — video scripts — speech writing — branding — children's literature — rhyming books — memoirs — novels — non-fiction — coaching — structure — humor.

Hi, I’m Hannah, a Primary Education teacher, curriculum designer, and learning content creator with a passion for making education practical, engaging, and enjoyable. I work with schools, educational publishers, and training providers to develop content that’s not just informative but meaningful for both learners and educators. Whether it’s a full curriculum, lesson plans, exam papers, student workbooks, teacher guides, or educational articles, I help create resources that are structured, interactive, and easy to use. With 15 years of classroom experience in the UK, and extensive work behind the scenes on editing, proofreading, and educational content development, I understand what works in the classroom—and what doesn’t. I stay up to date with the latest educational frameworks and curriculum requirements, ensuring the resources I develop are accurate, effective, and learner-focused. HOW I CAN HELP YOU: ✅ Curriculum Design – Custom primary programmes and schemes ✅ Lesson Plans & Student Materials – Engaging, structured content ✅ Exam Papers & Assessment – Including 11+ and marking support ✅ Educational Content Creation – Academic papers, articles, and teaching resources ✅ Resource Review & Feedback – Insightful, constructive advice ✅ Phonics & Literacy Support – Schemes, proofreading, and editing ADDITIONAL SKILLS: Editing children’s stories and BETA reading novels Transcription, proofreading, and copy editing Storytelling-based learning MY IMPACT: 🎯 Developed curricula and learning materials for primary schools and education projects 🎯 Created engaging lesson plans, exam papers, and teaching resources used by educators 🎯 Provided proofreading, editing, and content support for education-focused publications I combine hands-on teaching experience with behind-the-scenes expertise to deliver high-quality, learner-centered educational resources that truly make a difference.

Lovely to connect! I am the best-selling author of over seventy fiction titles for children and Young Adults, published in more than twenty languages and selling well over a million copies worldwide. I love to work on writing (incl. ghostwriting) and editing projects across fiction, narrative non-fiction, script writing, books, blogs, e-books, articles and website content creation. Interviewing you or your clients, handling transcription and creating Golden Business Card books for your wellbeing or coaching business is a speciality. So is ghostwriting, helping you craft and structure, and/or editing your children's and spirituality books. Let's make your writing and publishing dreams a reality! As I'm experienced as an author mentee too so I could be a good fit for you if you'd like a hybrid service - for example, to try writing all or some of your own book but with support and guidance (emotionally as well as technically!). You may want to explore co-writing or need more intense help with structure, exploration of their key messages, what they want to share with the world etc. I bring my skills as an intuitive guide and energy healing facilitator to this process too, if invited, as creative work is such a holistic process! I have a special interest in self-help, wellbeing, coaching and empowerment projects particularly in relation to women or young people/children, breathwork, mindfulness, embodied awareness and quantum consciousness (and all the new science!). I have over twenty years experience as a pro writer and editor in the areas of wellbeing, holistic living, coaching, spirituality, yoga, mindfulness, meditation, NDEs, writing for children and finding and telling soul-led brand story. I also have a marketing background (see below for details), so while we work on your book, we'll always have your whole IP and brand in our minds and hearts too. We'll work with an eye and ear on the through line to market. I am the founder of Soulsparks, a soul-led online wellbeing platform offering energy healing, intuitive guidance, breathwork and creative mentorship. I've recently created the Soulsparks Toolkit, a video, audio and PDF resource to guide people into mindfulness, awareness, peace, clarity and harmony. I'm quick, creative and skilled at creating websites in Squarespace and PDF / SM resources in Canva. I have worked for Happy Living.com across books, blogs and marketing content, worked in brand marketing as a WPP Fellow and copywriter under the personal mentorship of industry legend Jeremy Bullmore. I've also written and edited a marketing book project with Emeritus Professor of Marketing and Management at London Business School, Patrick Barwise, and created captions and subtitles in Premiere Pro for a women's football film commissioned by FIFA. I'm currently creating a book of clients' stories for a top divorce coach, all the way from client interviews to final proofread and e-book creation. I'd love to connect if you feel we might be a good match! All the very best, and go create! Kelly x

Hi, I'm Jo. I love creative writing, crafting and horse riding. I started writing for my friends as part of a writing circle at university (I have a BA in Archaeology and an MA in museum studies) and went on to self published the result. After university I put writing on hold and worked in administration for eight years before leaving when I had my first daughter. After she was born I took up writing again and penned my first children's book (illustrated by my father). Since then I have gone on to write two further picture books and a short chapter book for children, all of which available on Amazon. More recently I've ghostwritten several children's books and stories for Upwork clients and began to work on a few YA fiction projects too. I have written product descriptions before for Etsy items and also worked on display descriptions in a museum setting, created quizzes and meditations. My current published works - - Squirly Squirrel - There's a Dinosaur in my Soup - T-rex ate my toothbrush - A Pup Called Shaefer - Quest for the Dragon's Eye (under pen name)

With a background as a teacher and an education publisher, I have a deep understanding of reading pedagogy and the importance of crafting engaging content for young readers. As a dedicated children's writer with a passion for storytelling, I bring a unique blend of creativity, education expertise, and collaborative spirit to every project. I specialise in both fiction and non-fiction, creating a wide range of content including educational resources, picture books, novels, graphic novels, comics, and scripts. My writing captivates and educates, making learning fun for children aged 4-16. I have also ghostwritten numerous novels for both children and adults, including successful romance novels. My versatility extends to commercial writing, where I've penned sales letters and web copy that drive results for businesses. Collaboration is at the heart of my work. I excel in team environments, listening carefully to clients' needs and delivering content that exceeds expectations. My clients appreciate my happy, cheery demeanour and professional approach, as well as my ability to write effectively for specific audiences. Based in England, I am ready to work with you to create stories that inspire and delight young readers, while meeting your project's goals with creativity and precision.