Writer. Educator. Neurodivergent Creative.
Based in the UK | Currently querying The One Who Fell | Founder of ND SmileyAbout Me
Iβm a creative educator, writer, and community organiser with over 10 yearsβ experience across teaching, arts facilitation, and digital content creation. I specialise in designing inclusive writing workshops and tutoring neurodivergent learners of all ages.My poetry has been published in anthologies, featured in festivals, and selected by the National Poetry Library. My debut fantasy novel, The One Who Fell, is complete and currently being submitted to agents.Work With Me
Tutoring & Classes
Creative writing for kids & teens (Outschool, KS1βKS2, EFL support)
Neurodivergent-friendly social clubs and themed writing classes
One-to-one tutoring available on requestWorkshops & Facilitation
Poetry-for-wellbeing sessions for adults and young people
Experience with PDA, ESL, nonverbal, and access-focused groups
Previous workshops: hospice settings, refugee groups, community centresπ© To enquire or collaborate, email: [email protected]π Projects & Writing
The One Who Fell (YA Fantasy β querying now)
A mythic tale of identity, rebellion, and star-born power β set in a reimagined Celtic world.Coffee Stirred with Milk
Poetry collection selected by the National Poetry Library (2024)Turning Apples (in progress)
A reflective memoir weaving creativity, spirituality, and motherhoodND Smiley+ Newsletter
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