THE CURIOUS WOLF COLLECTIVE
WRITE | PUBLISH | PROMOTE
The Curious Wolf Collective is a carefully curated group of professionals supporting authors from first idea to finished, published book - and all that may be needed beyond publication to ensure success.
Rather than navigating multiple disconnected services, authors working with The Curious Wolf Collective are supported by a cohesive team of specialists - each highly experienced in their field, each trusted by the others. Book coaching, editing, publishing, marketing and more are woven together into a considered, intelligent process tailored to the author and their goals.
Every member of The Collective runs an independent business, but collaborate closely: sharing standards, insight and responsibility for the overall experience. This allows them to offer something rare - joined-up thinking, professional rigour and genuinely bespoke support.
For authors, this means confidence at every stage. They are not guessing what comes next. They are not handed off and left to figure things out alone. They are guided by people who understand both books and the people who write them.
Let me introduce them to you . . .
WRITE
Suzanne Ulph - Fiction & Business Book Specialist
Suzanne is the founder of both The Curious Wolf & The Curious Wolf Collective. She has taught writing skills and strategy for 25 years and helps writers discover their purpose, map out their book and write with focus.
Suzanne says:
"When it comes to writing a book, it’s easy to feel unsure about where to start or how to shape everything you know into something clear, engaging and cohesive.
That’s where I come in.
I’m a book coach, writer and strategic thinker. I bring energy, structure and momentum to the writing process – helping you shape your ideas into something powerful.
With expert guidance on craft, clear strategy, and a healthy dose of accountability, I’ll keep you moving forward and feeling supported every step of the way."
Cicely Oliver - Non-Fiction Editor
Cicely is a copyeditor who helps authors bring clarity, consistency and polish to their manuscripts.
Cicely says:
"I come in once your draft is complete, checking every line so your manuscript is clear, consistent and ready for design.
I correct grammar, spelling and punctuation, and sort out any confusing or inconsistent details, while carefully preserving your voice, story and message.
With more than 20 years’ experience and a calm, careful approach, I give your book its final polish so it feels easy to read, professional and something you can share with confidence."
Lisa Crow - Proof Reader
With almost two decades of experience as a newspaper sub-editor and features writer, including work for magazines such as The People's Friend and My Weekly, Lisa now brings her editorial expertise to authors writing memoirs, fiction and business content. She helps writers refine their manuscripts so their words land clearly, confidently and professionally.
Lisa says:
"I support authors by proofreading and editing manuscripts for accuracy, consistency and readability. Drawing on my two decades of editorial experience, I help ensure your writing is free from distracting errors and flows clearly for readers. Whether you need a final proofread before publication or a more detailed edit to refine your manuscript, I provide the quality check that gives you confidence your book is ready to share with the world."
Dr Martin Belk - Memoir, Narrative Non-Fiction & Ethnography Specialist
15 years in NYC agencies; 21+ years as a writer. Trained by Mary Folliet In New York; protégé of (late) Scottish publisher John Calder (Beckett, Burroughs, Pinter). Writer-in-Residence, HMP Polmont Young Offenders, 2007-2012. Memoir/stage play 'Pretty Broken Punks' published 2012.
Martin says:
"I specialise in memoir / personal essay in all its forms (narrative/lyrical nonfiction, reportage, 'ethnography') which invites us into your lived experience: we see your world through your eyes. Isherwood declared himself 'a camera'; Addison a 'looker-on'; while Woolf simply sat and observed a moth.
Brand new beginners to seasoned pros; individual or groups most welcome. I provide the technical tools, guardrails and tips. Line-edits, arcs, references are specialties. You’ll emerge with a publishable manuscript or keepsake text, demonstrating your new signature writing style."
PUBLISH
Jo Wildsmith Publishing - Independent Publishing House
Jo is the founder of Jo Wildsmith Publishing, an assisted publishing house offering calm, expert support to authors of both fiction and non-fiction who want their book handled properly - from manuscript to finished publication and beyond.
Working with her trusted team, Jo supports authors at every stage of the journey, including multi-platform publishing, audiobooks, enhanced print editions, direct sales options and launch strategies.
Jo says:
“I help authors turn their manuscript into a book they’re genuinely proud to put their name to. My role is to take the overwhelm out of publishing and replace it with clarity, confidence and professional execution.
Through Jo Wildsmith Publishing, my team and I handle the technical, creative and strategic side of publishing - from Amazon and wider distribution to audiobooks and special luxury editions - so authors can focus on their message, their readers and what comes next for their book.”
Virginie Ferguson - Amazon KDP Specialist
Virginie, founder of ELOS Consulting, is a strategic partner who turns your non-fiction book from a published product into a perpetual marketing engine.
Virginie says:
"I provide strategic support and technical execution across the entire self-publishing journey, from the technical complexity of an algorithm optimised KDP launch to ongoing post-publication management.
I ensure your book is meticulously published, continuously optimised for visibility, and strategically integrated into a lead generating funnel to convert readers into clients."
PROMOTE
Heather Offord - Business Growth Consultant
Heather is the creator of The Growth Roadmap & The Book Growth Roadmap - where people matter.
Heather says:
"We create a Launch Your Book Roadmap - ideally near the start of your journey. This maps out how you will market your book, become visible and leverage your launch to make your work a success."
Susan Carruthers - Marketing Strategist
Susan is a marketing strategist who helps brands and individuals build a powerful, credible online audience that leads to sales and revenue.
Susan says:
"I support authors by turning their ideas, expertise and stories into a clear, strategic online presence that attracts the right readers and opportunities.
From brand messaging to content strategy and audience growth, I’ll help you build momentum long before book launch day.
My role is to make sure your book, your voice and your message are visible in all the places that matter so your work reaches the people who need it most."
Richard Ulph - Brand Strategist
Richard helps you to unlock the power and potential of your brand with solid, proven strategy.
Richard says:
"Having a strong understanding of your personal brand, and unlocking the power and potential within it, will help immensely with ensuring your marketing and promotional efforts really connect with the right people."
Sherrie Higgins - Photographer
Sherrie is a Glasgow born brand photographer who splits her time between Scotland, London and Dubai, helping female entrepreneurs feel confident, magnetic and unapologetically themselves in front of the camera.
Sherrie says:
"I help help authors bring their stories to life through:
Mini Brand Sessions - short, high-impact shoots (run monthly in Glasgow). Perfect for quick updates, book launches, or fresh promo imagery.
Full Brand Shoot Packages - half- or full-day sessions designed to capture your full author brand story, from portraits to lifestyle imagery and behind-the-scenes details.
Confidence on Camera - gentle direction and practical tips to help even the most camera shy authors feel comfortable and genuine on set.
Ongoing Content Packages - consistent, on-brand visuals to keep your online presence looking polished and cohesive all year round."
Lindsay Reid - PR Specialist
Lindsay has over 20 years experience in media and PR, starting her career as a journalist and going on to work with both established and emerging brands across multiple sectors - her PR approach builds credibility and amplifies profile and visibility.
Lindsay says:
"My role would be to support authors in the promotion of their book by helping them get featured in the media, be interviewed on podcasts and potentially appear at events that could support their goals.
I can help authors gain clarity on media angles, key messages about the book and/or the author and ideas around potential channels that can be used for publicity."
& Beyond . . .
Cat Paterson - Behavioural Strategist & AI Knowledge Engine Builder
Cat’s background is in intelligence. As a Principal Intelligence Analyst for a covert national organisation, she mapped serious and organised crime, profiled prolific individuals and groups and translated complex, high-stakes data into clear decisions and decisive action.
Now she brings that same pattern-recognition and strategic thinking to a very different kind of work: helping high-achieving women spot the subconscious loops running the show, dismantle what’s stale and design a life that’s more delicious and a little bit more dangerous, in the best possible way.
Cat says:
"When you publish a book, you’ve done something rare: you’ve turned your thinking into a body of work. The problem is most books sit on shelves while the good stuff stays trapped inside them. I build simple customGPTs that act like a smart, searchable layer over your book. Need a quote for a keynote, a podcast, a LinkedIn post, a sales page or a client conversation? It’ll find it. Want your frameworks, concepts and models turned into guided prompts people can actually use? It’ll do that too.
It’s a practical way to make your book easier to engage with, easier to apply and easier to share, so your ideas get into people’s hands and into their behaviour, which is where your real impact lives."
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