guys, publishing a book really fast is a solved problem, we know how to do that. There are all sorts of fairly obvious logistical reasons why we don't crash-schedule every single book, not least ... have you ever been to a bookshop

Fun fact for a Friday evening: These were two of my favourite books as a kid, and I feel like that says a lot about me. #kidlit

We got tricked by science fiction into thinking a futuristic city is all about flying cars and crystal towers and hologram billboards but what it really looks like is nice apartment blocks, good mass transit, pedestrian zones with shade trees and safe bike lanes.

Nice and bright in Belfast today, with added snow in the distance.

Today I have one book that needs US English changed to UK, and another book that needs UK to US… Chances I’ll not get mixed up?! 🙈 #editing #kidlit

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. Each year, the trans community loses too many lives, especially trans women of color, to hate and violence.

More than ever, we must stand by our trans family and support them, hold space for them, and insist the scapegoating and targeting stop.

Now.

Tonight at the studio: slightly wonky bookends! These are now bisqued and ready for glazing. #ceramics #bookends

Haven’t been posting on social media much, but I did make a clay otter last night. 🤞 it survives the kiln.

Hi all! I'm a freelance editor and publishing consultant who helps publishers make fun and inclusive children's books.

Here for the #publishing and #book talk, but also for #cats. My assistant, Cosmo, is mostly interested in the latter.