About

I am a novelist and short story writer who has worked as a professional editor, gave up a long career in the media (TV, magazines, newspapers) and has, over a period of careful reflection and patient hair-pulling, learned how to help fledgling writers to get better. It takes determination, craft and a small pinch of magic.

I am co-convenor of the Creative Writing programme, with responsibility for first-year students in particular (although not exclusively).

I teach Writing Fiction and have taught Life Writing within this programme. As Fiction Module Convenor I am also responsible for overseeing the content and quality of all fiction modules (Writing Fiction, Writing for Children, Writing Dystopian Fiction, Writing Crime Fiction, Fiction & Innovative Form).

Office Hours:
Mondays 4-6
Tuesdays 2-6
Thursdays 4-6