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Skills

  • Short Story Writing
  • Scriptwriting
  • Creative Writing
  • Historical Fiction
  • Science Fiction
  • Screenwriting
  • Synopsis Writing
  • Book Writing
  • Editing
  • Fantasy
  • Fiction Writing
  • Film
  • Short Stories
  • Blurb Writing
  • Blurbs

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Services

  • Ghostwriting & Books

    $35/hr Starting at $35 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    I am the author of seven historical fiction novels. The 'Agent of Rome' series can be found on Amazon, goodreads and elsewhere. It has been translated into Dutch, Spanish and Italian. I have 'ghosted'...

    Book WritingCreative WritingeBook WritingFantasyFiction Writing
  • Screenwriting

    $35/hr Starting at $35 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    Three of my own scripts have been optioned and one was produced in 2022. 'Angel Three' will be released in 2024: it was directed by the writer of an Oscar-nominated film and stars an award-winning actress...

    DialogueFilmFilmakingMovie Magic ScreenwriterScience Fiction
  • Editing

    $35/hr Starting at $35 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    In total I have written thirteen novels: eight for myself, five for clients. I have taken these books through every step: from initial concept, story planning and character profiles to drafting, revising...

    Creative WritingEditingFantasyHistorical FictionNovel Writing
  • Short stories

    $35/hr Starting at $35 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    I have published two historical short stories via my publisher, Hodder & Stoughton - 'The Eleventh Hour' and 'Death This Day'. I have also self-published another ('The Flames of Cyzicus') and all three...

    EditingFiction WritingHistorical FictionHistorical WritingHistory
  • Proposals, synopses, outlines and blurbs

    $35/hr Starting at $35 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    I have twenty years of experience with promoting my work to agents, editors, publishers and producers. In that time, I have collaborated with five different literary and film/TV agencies.I know what they...

    Blurb WritingBlurbsBook WritingFilm ProductionProposal Writing

About

Creativity, clarity, excellence.

'Very fast and dependable. A true professional.'
'Nick is responsive, efficient and insightful. Highly recommended.'
'Nick is so easy to work with and did a wonderful job. Totally professional.'
- guru clients

Consistently ranked in the top 10% of guru writers, I am an experienced author with six successful and critically acclaimed novels in print. The 'Agent of Rome' series is published in the UK by Hodder & Stoughton and can be found on Amazon, Goodreads and elsewhere. Recently described by The Times as 'gripping', the series has been translated into Spanish and Dutch.
As a freelance writer, I have completed more than 200 jobs for clients, 'ghosting' six full-length novels, six screenplays, numerous short stories and other projects. Two of my own feature scripts have recently been optioned.
I have a degree in English and American history (2:1, University of Sussex)
As a teacher with ten years experience, I am a considerate, constructive mentor and a trustworthy and committed individual.

Work Terms

I prefer to work for a fixed rate via guru's 'safepay' system. I always ensure close collaboration through regular updates and discussions.