What was your first job as a journalist?
It was writing articles for a tiny student paper that is now defunct.
How is social media changing news?
Social media has made the news much more direct, allowing people to learn about events and comment on them in real-time.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
Chester Literature Festival's decision to promote their event with "
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
I like to be emailed pitches. I prefer them to be direct and to the point, so I can quickly decide if I'm the best writer for the job,
When's the best time to pitch you?
While I'm open to pitches at any time, early morning tends to be best so I can talk to the necessary people.
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
I love hiking, so you can often find me on trails.