Sarah Burton
Advises members on publishing contracts and issues. Handles our literary estates, including professional stage licences
Peter Kennedy
Peter is our new Head of Member Services.
Paula Johnson
Manages the SoA’s list of prizes, including the translation prizes, grants for works in progress and awards.
Martin Reed
Martin leads our public and member-facing activities. He oversees the SoA’s strategic communications and campaign-based activities, including PR, social media, events and partnerships.
Katharine King
Financial reporting of the company and managing the finances of 20 funds. Audit, tax, payroll and compliance work and dealing with requests.
Lisa Dowdeswell
Manages our literary estates, including foreign rights. Advises members on publishing contracts and issues.
Jo McCrum
Secretary of the Children’s Writers and Illustrators Group and of the Wales National Group. Works 2 days per week.
Anna Ganley
HR, strategy, Management Committee and Council administration. Secretary to our Carers’ Network and Liaison Officer with the Society of Authors in Scotland. Often seen at events throughout the Midlands. You can find her on Twitter @AGanley