Anne McNeil Creative Limited

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Anne McNeil founded Anne McNeil Creative Limited in February 2022 after almost forty years’ experience working in Children’s Publishing – for the last thirty as a Publishing Director at two of the UK’s most prestigious imprints,  Hodder Children’s Books, part of  Hachette, and Bodley Head Children's Books, part of PRH.

Known for her unique vision, editorial flair, business insight and commercial awareness, she has developed and led the careers of some of the UK’s most prestigious writers and illustrators.

Reach out to Anne if you are an author, publisher or industry professional who needs extra help. You will find her strong mix of passion for words, belief in pragmatic problem solving and utter love of her craft to be a supportive and compelling combination.

Editorial author testimonials:

‘Anne is an editor who embraces originality but who has the courage to tell you if things need to be changed. With Anne at my side I always felt I could achieve anything.’ Cressida Cowell, How to Train your Dragon and Wizards of Once

'Anne was invaluable and instrumental in shaping the story before the manuscript was even written... her thoughts and suggestions made the book far better than it would have been without her expertise.' Eoin Colfer , Juniper's Christmas

'Working with Anne is everything I hoped for - and much more besides. She is proving an amazing mentor for me and has solidly rebuilt my confidence as a writer. She brings an unparalleled depth of experience and is,  without doubt one of the very best in the business.'Justin Somper, Pirate Academy 

‘I am proud to be part of the great list of authors and illustrators who have flourished under her editorship and care.’ David Almond, A song for Ella Grey, My Name is Mina 

Agent client testimonials:

‘Anne commissioned my first picture book more than twenty years ago. She has been my cohort ever since. Everything positive that publishing is, has been and can be Anne is, has been and will be, too. If you are starting out as a writer, talk to Anne. If you are losing your way as a writer, talk to Anne.’ Kes Gray