Queer Writer and Educator, putting the ‘A’ in LGBTQIA
Putting the “A” in LGBTQIA+ — and bringing queer history to life
From AIDS-era theatre to contemporary queer media, my work connects the past and present to help people better understand identity, inclusion, and culture today.
Whether I’m speaking to students, corporate teams, or public audiences, my focus is always the same:
Know your history. Change your future.
Who Am I? (Not Jean Valjean)
Author of multiple books on LGBTQ+ culture and history. PhD researcher. Trusted speaker for organisations, institutions, and creative industries.
I help audiences understand LGBTQIA+ identities, histories, and media through engaging, accessible, and thought-provoking talks and workshops.
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I’m a queer, non-binary writer and educator with a PhD in theatre and performance, specialising in queer history and AIDS-era culture.
My work sits at the intersection of:
- academia
- media
- lived experience
I’ve worked with organisations including theatres, archives, and cultural institutions, helping bring LGBTQIA+ histories and stories to wider audiences.
What I do
Engaging, research-led talks on LGBTQIA+ history, culture, and media—tailored for:
- Universities & schools
- Corporate DEI programmes
- Festivals & public events
Popular topics include:
- Asexuality and representation
- Queer media and storytelling
- LGBTQ+ history and cultural memory
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Books and Writing
As the author of 7 non-fiction books, I am an expert on LGBTQIA+ Cultural history.
More on my books here.
Editorial and Research
I offer a range of editorial services for non-fiction projects as well as dramaturgy for playwrights.
I am available for research and consultancy on EDI and inclusion projects, with a focus on LGBTQIA+ inclusion and neurodiversity.
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