Rachel Newcombe
Writer, editor and researcher
An award-winning UK-based freelance writer, editor and researcher of non-fiction
articles for online and print media, plus digital TV. I specialise in
health, parenting and lifestyle issues and also enjoy covering topics
such as education, travel, property and writing. I've worked for a wide
range of companies in the UK and internationally, from well-known magazines
and household names, to small charities and businesses.
My clients include BUPA, Channel 4, Boots, BBC, PrimeLocation.com, First, Slimming World, The Times, The Telegraph, The Sunday Telegraph, Lighter Life, Discovery Health, Living Abroad, Dial, Kelloggs Special K, Child Education, Learning Support, International Living, Babyworld, Norwich Union and Handbag.com.
As far as editing work goes, I've recently been involved in writing and editing Buying Abroad, a special property supplement distributed with the Sunday Telegraph in May 2008 and with the Telegraph in September 2008.
I was also editor of a property newsletter, Emerging Europe Property Insider, until earlier in 2008. In the past I edited Health Today Magazine and ghost-edited a parenting magazine. Other recent work has included writing and editing several non-fiction books on health, parenting and fitness topics - "Running," published by Parragon, was released in the US in April 2008.
I won the online journalism award in the 2004 Medical Journalism Awards (Norwich Union Healthcare / Medical Journalists' Association).
Recently published work
Cities of Gold - Living Abroad, November 2008
Exploring Eastern Europe (Part 1) - Living Abroad, November 2008
A View to a Thrill (Central America) - Living Abroad, October 2008
Oh Canada! - Living Abroad, October 2008
Choosing Lighting For Your Home - On The Ladder, Autumn 2008
The Tide is High (Marina Developments) - Living Abroad, September 2008
Buying Abroad Supplement - in Telegraph, 20th September 2008
Here's Your Hat, What's Your Hurry? (Panama) - Living Abroad, September 2008
Magical Le Marche - Living Abroad, September 2008
Down Mexico Way - Living Abroad, September 2008
Get Lost at Sea (Greek Islands) - Living Abroad, August 2008
Buying Abroad Supplement - in Sunday Telegraph, May 18th 2008
Dubai: Opportunities in the Middle East - Jet-to-Let, Issue 5
Focus on India - Jet-to-Let, Issue 5
All In The Family - Sunrise, Issue 3
Citing Sources - Discovering Family History
Whether you're a magazine publisher, website owner, book publisher, charity or small or large business, and want definitive and professionally-written work, produced to tight deadlines and competitive industry rates, look no further. I'm available to write features, news, reviews, books, columns or undertake copywriting for promotional material, leaflets, wallcharts or simply anything that needs words! What's more, I'm happy to take on work at short notice.
You'll find plenty of examples of my work throughout this site, including links to features and news online, plus .pdf files of some magazine articles. If you'd like a more detailed breakdown of my work, I'll be happy to send you my portfolio.
I'm a member of the National Union of Journalists (NUJ) and Society of Authors.
Interested? Call me now on 07801 944 978 or email rachel@newcombe.co.uk
Aspiring writers: I'm afraid I can't respond to personal requests for help to obtain work, but you may find these sites useful.