Patricia Bell

Patricia is an author, editor, and proofreader. She has a diploma in proofreading and editing, an MA (Distinction) in english literature and a postgraduate diploma in journalism. She has had her work (short stories, poems and non-fiction articles) published in magazines, anthologies and literary journals. Her short story "Dandelion Clocks" won first prize in the 2021 New Zealand Society of Authors Graeme Lay Short Story Competition, and her fiction has twice been highly commended in national competitions. 

Patricia's debut novel, The Library of Unfinished Business, was released in March 2022, to wide critical acclaim.

Patricia owns her own editing and proofreading business. Contact her today or visit her business website (www.bellbirdwords.com) to find out how she can help you on your writing and publishing journey.

 


Genre:

  • Academic
  • Adult Fiction
  • Adult Non-Fiction
  • Business Writing
  • Feature Articles
  • Fiction
  • Flash Fiction
  • Freelance Writer
  • Journalism
  • Non-Fiction
  • Poetry
  • Short Stories

Skills:

  • Academic Writing
  • Corporate Writing
  • Editing
  • Freelance Writing
  • Journalism
  • Novelist
  • Print Media Writing (magazines/newspapers)
  • Proofreading
  • Public Speaking
  • Short Story Writing
  • Technical Writing
  • Tutoring
  • Website Content

Branch:

Auckland

Location:

Auckland

Publications:


The Library of Unfinished Business

Cloud Ink Press, release date 1st March 2022

ISBN: 978-0-473-58203-6

A sad and disillusioned small-town librarian searches for the courage to transform his life - even after it has ended. A tale about the magic of storytelling, the importance of living bravely, and the power of love to triumph, even after death.

Available NOW from all good NZ bookshops, www.cloudink.co.nz, and online.