About Me!
I grew up on a farm in Somerset where I spent my formative years damming streams, riding ponies, losing my wellies in the bog and making tree houses.
Writing ...
I write children’s and adult fiction, creating magical worlds, compelling characters, and adventures that spark curiosity and empathy.
My children's novel, A Mystery at Whisper Lake, has been long listed for the prestigious Times / Chicken House prize, and my chapter book The Songbird Army will be published early 2026.
In adult fiction, my debut novel Riverside Lane, is published by Momentum Press and available in paperback and ebook formats.
Editorial Services ...
"I've been studying creative writing for the past 5 years, and yet Julia taught me more in one edit than I've learnt in all that time!"
Sarah Mackie, Author
"Julia has an extraordinary ability to get to the heart of a story and bring characters and plots to life. She has a brilliant sense of humour, excellent communication skills, and an 'eagle eye' for grammar and dialogue."
Gaynor Pengelly, Author and Jour nalist
Local Schools & Libraries
"I was really inspired to try some of the new books Julia recommended"
"Julia gave some really good recommendations of books we should try"
"I am going to read The Boy With The Butterfly Mind thanks to Julia's suggestion"
"Julia's cartoons made reading books fun and her workshop has encouraged me to read more in the future"
I visit primary and secondary schools delivering workshops and assembly talks including 'Reading and Nature' and 'Reading and Empathy'. I can tailor sessions to a school’s particular needs. The sessions are ideal for class groups.
I also visit library clubs and school reading groups to discuss children’s fiction and I often use those occasions to solicit questions for interviews coming up on the website.
Get in touch
if you, your school or your library would like to join in.