About Me
After completing an MA in Art History, History and Philosophy at the University of St. Andrews, I moved to Bristol, where I finished an M.Phil in Modern History. I worked as a writer and editor for an independent publishing company, before joining Oxford University Press and their digital publishing team as an Associate Marketing Manager. After relocating to London, I worked as the Communications Manager for the Society of Antiquaries, before moving onto my own freelance writing and editing projects.
Please take a look at my CV for further career history.
Writing and Editing Services
I now work in London and Warwickshire as a freelance copywriter, editor and academic tutor. I specialise in online writing, proofreading and editing for academic, cultural and charitable enterprises. However if you have any projects you’d like to discuss, don’t hesitate to get in touch. I’m always on the look-out for new challenges (big or small).
Client Testimonials
kitchen design company: website audit and blog writing
“I loved it, the quality of your work is amazing. Thank you very much.”
loft conversions and renovations: blog writing
“Excellent quality work completed well within the time frame.”
historic scottish castle: media copy writing
“Amelia did a superb job and added extra in some extra copy which was a great addition to the article, she also worked to a very tight timeline as the drop of a hat. 5 Star Service.”
U.K ARCHITECTURAL FIRM: BLOG WRITING
“Excellent writer. Delivered the article well within the given time and the content was exactly what I was looking for. Very happy!”
WELSH HOUSING CHARITY: ARTICLE WRITING
“Very impressed with the speed, detail and research of the two part article writing Amelia did for us. As always, really fast professional work. Delight to work with.”
EXPLORER DOME SOUTH EAST: BID WRITING
“Amelia has helped our mobile planetarium with her marketing expertise and several successful funding applications. Always professional, accurate, and results driven. I can 100% recommend!”
Past Projects
Creating a complete Business Plan for a London-based mobile planetarium company – successfully securing £25,000 funding from Virgin Start Up Loans. Further developing a £1,000 Universal Space Delivery Grant.
Responsible for creating the Marketing, Communications and Digital Infrastructure sections of a successful £4.3 million Heritage Lottery Fund bid for Kelmscott Manor (the home of William Morris). Read more on The Guardian >
Managed the Society of Antiquaries fortnightly cultural heritage newsletter. View the archive >
Lead digital marketer on the ground-breaking New Oxford Shakespeare Online project. Visit the website >
Assisting and advising on the successful £8,000 Arts Council England and Heritage Lottery Fund bid for The Ghost Tree Project; an art based ecology initiative. Read more >
Read one of my highest viewed Oxford University Press blogs: Life Lessons from Shakespeare and Marcus Aurelius >
I am passionate about the arts, history, literature and creative endeavours – activities which I believe should be accessible to as many people as possible. Consequently, I write this blog which reflects my teaching and research on artistic, historical and philosophical topics. My writing has been featured on The Huffington Post, Culture 24, Photomonitor and the Oxford University Press blog.
MY PUBLICATIONS
Origins of Fairy Tales from Around the World
What is a fairy tale? – The ‘Origins of Fairy Tales from around the World’ series helps to answer this question, by showcasing the amazing breath and diversity involved in classic fairy tales. It focuses on the unusual phenomenon that the same tales, with only minor variations, appear again and again in different cultures – across time and geographical space. Traditionally told as short stories for children, and for adults too, these popular fairy tales will be sure to delight both young and old. Beautifully illustrated, these story books combine the best story-telling, with the best art-work, in order that the two may be fully appreciated.
Writers On… Series
The ‘Writers on…’ series is a collection of extracts, anecdotes and occasional philosophical musings from the world’s most well known authors. This book of quotes, inspirational poems, letters, and quips, celebrates writers who have an individual, creative outlook on the world; on subjects from ‘drink’ to ‘death’, and ‘love’ to ‘libraries’. Starting with ancient civilisations and moving towards the present day, this anthology of intellectual, inspirational and often funny quotes, provides a fascinating insight into a vast array of topics.
BLOG HIGHLIGHTS
How to Help Your Child with GCSE English: 8 Practical Steps for Parents
Your child doesn’t need you to become their English teacher. Here’s how to work out what they actually need, and how to really make a difference.
How to Use Context in GCSE English Literature: Your Grade 9 Guide
What is context in GCSE English Literature, and how do you use it to get a Grade 9? Learn what AO3 means, with practical examples.
Macbeth Context: Your Ultimate GCSE and A Level Guide
A complete guide to Macbeth’s historical, social and literary context, with key quotations, essay examples and advice for stronger responses.
How Does an Online GCSE English Lesson Work?
What happens in an online GCSE English lesson? How tutoring can diagnose gaps, teach exam skills, improve writing and build confidence.
How Much Does a GCSE English Tutor Cost in the UK?
GCSE English tutoring prices vary widely. Here’s what UK parents are likely to pay, why rates differ and how to judge real value.
Is GCSE English Tutoring Worth It? An Honest Guide for Parents
GCSE English tuition can be valuable, but it is not automatically the right answer for every student. Here is how to make an honest decision.
How to Choose the Right GCSE English Tutor Online: A Parent’s Guide
Find the right online GCSE English tutor for your child. A practical guide to experience, exam boards, teaching style, costs and questions to ask.
Historical Context for Lord of the Flies: Your Ultimate GCSE and A Level Guide
An in-depth guide to the context of Lord of the Flies… how to link it with quotes and use it in GCSE and A Level essay analysis.
How to Compare Follower and Walking Away: Sample Essay and GCSE Guide
If you’re comparing Follower and Walking Away, the good news is these poems almost want to be compared. Here’s how to do it.
How to Analyse Unseen Poetry for GCSE: A Step-by-Step Guide
Here’s how to analyse an unseen poem, step-by-step, and achieve top grades each time.
AQA Philosophy: Perception as a Source of Knowledge
If knowledge exists… where does it come from? You look. You hear. You touch. You know. Or do you?
AQA Philosophy: Problems with Justified True Belief (and What Comes After)
What happens after Gettier cases and how philosophers have tried (and often failed) to fix the problem…