Rachel Newcombe
Writer, editor and researcher
An award-winning UK-based freelance writer, editor, blogger 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, On the Ladder, First, Slimming World, The Times, The Telegraph, The Sunday Telegraph, Lighter Life, Discovery Health, Living Abroad, National Geographic Traveler, Kelloggs Special K, Child Education, Learning Support, International Living, Babyworld, Norwich Union and Handbag.com.
As far as editing work goes, I've written and edited Buying Abroad, a special property supplement distributed with the Sunday Telegraph and the Telegraph. I'm currently editor of Fresh Design Blog, a homes and gardens blog focusing on contemporary and modern home and garden products and ideas, which is updated regularly throughout the week.
Previously I was editor of a property newsletter, Emerging Europe Property Insider, editor of Health Today Magazine and ghost-editor of a parenting magazine. I've also written and edited 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
Various home and garden blog posts - FreshDesignBlog.com
Fine Time for a Finca - PrimeLocationBlog, June 2009
Pros and Cons: Buying a Brand New Home - PrimeLocationBlog, June 2009
Small But Beautiful: Toll Houses - PrimeLocationBlog, June 2009
Trulli Unique to Puglia - PrimeLocationBlog, May 2009
Own Your Own Private Island - PrimeLocationBlog, May 2009
The Happiest Places for Holiday Homes - PrimeLocationBlog, April 2009
Roof Gardens - PrimeLocationBlog, April 2009
Homes With Annexes - PrimeLocationBlog, March 2009
Top 10 Facts About Listed Properties - PrimeLocationBlog, March 2009
Who Needs Agents? - Landlord and Buy-to-Let, March 2009
Nature's Light Show - National Geographic Traveler, March 2009
Getting on the Ladder During the Credit Crunch - On the Ladder, Jan/Feb 09
How to Buy the Perfect Bed - On the Ladder, Jan/Feb 09
Buying and Selling Tenanted Property - Landlord and Buy-to-Let, January 2009
Tracing Ancestors from British India - Internet Genealogy, January 2009
City by the Sea - Living Abroad, December 2008/January 2009
In With the New - Living Abroad, December 2008/January 2009
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
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.