Richard Hill
Writer
Giving talks, presentations and workshops on 'Writing for Magazines' to groups, clubs, societies etc. in and around Berkshire and West London, UK.
I'm a 68 year old disabled part time amateur writer living and writing in Langley, Slough, Berkshire.I've had around 60 feature articles published in 20 leisure and lifestyle magazines. You can view samples of my recently published articles by clicking here. (Link opens in a new window).
Want to book me?
If you would like me to give a talk or workshop to your organisation please click here. (Link opens in a new window)
What you get
My presentation/talk/workshop lasts for around 1 hour. In my introduction, I talk about how I got into writing for magazines despite having left school with no qualifications aged 15. I go on to describe to you how easy it can be to get from pen to print. My 'workshop' version includes participant exercises which starts your members on their journey to see their work in print. Finally, I give a 10 to 15 minute opportunity for questions.I can be flexible on time. Want more or less?
I also give out handouts of what I've covered and provide links to example 'Contributors Guielines' and 'Media Packs'. You can access these by clicking here.
Awards:.
2003 'The Slough Mayors Award': Individual Artist of the Year'2023 'The Sandy Lee-Guard Award for Endeavour' by the Slough Writers Group.
Imagine!
Imagine standing in the magazine aisle in W.H.Smith or some other supplier.
Now imagine that there's the magazine that your article is published in amongst hundreds of other magazines.
Now imagine all the retail outlets selling the magazine, and you're in them all. What a feeling!
Yet there's more. Imagine over 100,000 copies of magazines containing YOUR article, just waiting to be read. WOW!
Personal Statement."I aim to create a safe and welcoming atmosphere for everyone. I want to challenge all forms of oppression including those based on race, ethnicity, nationality, creed, gender, sex, class, sexuality, gender reassignment, learning ability, physical impairment, mental illness, HIV status, age, occupation, income, wealth and unrelated criminal conviction.
I aim to design my activities, services and decision-making processes specifically to encourage and support participation from people who face disadvantage in society, including women, BME people, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, and people on low incomes."
Reviews & Testimonials:-
"Richard was one of my most dedicated and enthusiastic creative writing students, with a varied and fascinating supply of stories to tell."
Edward Parnell. Tutor, National Centre for Writing (Creative Non-fiction)"We love including Richard's diverse features. He always takes such tremendous care and is a pleasure to deal with."
Beverley Cuddy. Editor, Dogs Today Magazine"Richard has been one of the most proactive, conscientious and thoughtful students I've encountered. He engaged fully with his writing, generating a succession of lively ideas and interesting work."
Dr Christy Ducker. Tutor, The Open University (Introduction to Creative Writing)"He is an innovative thinker, always coming up with fresh ideas and the verve to put them into action"
Chris Cattral. Editor, Canal & Riverboat Magazine"It is his adaptability, together with his reliability and enthusiasm for the job, that makes him a welcome contributor"
Courtney Freedman. Editor, The Art of Bonsai Magazine"A most interesting and well written article" (Referring to '43 Years in an Iron Lung' SAGA Magazine).
Geoffrey Lean. The Independent on Sunday."Your choice of features shows ability to write for different audiences. Clear evidence of excellent research and writing flair."
Zella Carriere. Lecturer in Journalism, East Berkshire College