Matthew Brown


Matthew Brown's Profile

Basic Information

Name

Matthew Brown

About me

Matthew is a writer, web dev, and geek from Kent (UK). He is the founder and current chair of Thanet Creative as well as head geek for Author Buzz. His ambitions include seeing a film or TV series based on something he wrote. Matt is also responsible for fixing stuff on AuthorBuzz.co.uk when it breaks.

My Reading & Writing

I like to read

I am a big fan of sci-fi, fantasy, and comedy. Authors I have loved include: Philip K. Dick, Iain M. Banks, Sir Terry Pratchett, Neil Gaiman, Madeleine L’Engle, Stephen King, C. S. Lewis, and many more.

Books I have written or am writing

How I write

You can usually find me writing

At my desk

My general writing philosophy

A little planning, a lot of pantsing; get it down on paper and make it look like good writing later.

My editing approach

Chaotic at best. I’m still learning.

My work in progress (WIP)

Title

Untitled

Synopsis

The first draft of my time travel comedy adventure is finished. I am working on the hard bit – editing.

My club, group, or organisation

Name of organisation

Thanet Creative

My title/position

Chair

Geographic area

About my organisation

Thanet Creative is a Kentish charitable association that organises writers’ groups and events in Thanet.

Professional Services

My professional offering(s)

Details

I like to beta read sci-fi and/or comedy writing but will consider other genres if you can capture my interest. You may be able to tempt me with horror, for example.