Writing about people who do not write back
How to report on shift workers, carers and tenants when they are the least likely to answer an email, and what I changed after a year of knocking on doors.
Speaking
Talks for newsroom teams, research groups and writing courses. Each one is built around a piece I have actually reported, with time for questions.
Talks and workshops
Pitching editors who have no time
Writing a four-line pitch that gets read. We look at real pitches from the room, cut them down, and pick the one to send.
Recent events
- Reporting Hollin Bay14 Sep 2026 · Local newsroom evening, keynote
- Feature writing for weeklies21 May 2026 · Writing course, half-day workshop
- Who the budget is for9 Feb 2025 · Council open session, panel
Booking
Tell me the date, the audience size, whether you want a keynote or a workshop, and whether the session can be recorded. I reply within three working days.
Fees depend on travel and format. Ask for a quote with your enquiry.