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Jon is a book publishing industry veteran with more than 20 years’ experience as a commissioning editor, development editor, book marketer, literary agent, and publishing consultant. He is also a writer of fiction and theatre. Jon is currently an MBA candidate at University College London (UCL) with Masters Degrees in English and Secondary Education. Originally from the US, Jon moved to the UK in 2019 and enjoys fitness, art, theatre, literature, and horseback riding in his free time.

With a background in customer service and a Masters in English from the University of Stirling, Martin McLauchlan joined StoryTerrace in May of 2022, quickly becoming a Senior Project Editor. Having successfully brought over 40 projects to print, Martin boasts a diverse portfolio that spans deeply sensitive themes to wide-release fiction and family heritage documents intended for future generations.

Martin finds the variety and scope of his work at StoryTerrace both engaging and interesting, eagerly looking forward to each new project that comes his way. As a dedicated Editor, he guides books to fruition, working closely with both writers and clients to ensure timely delivery and the realization of the storyteller’s vision. His dedication and passion for helping storytellers affect each project he takes on, as with his trademark deadpan humour, he coaxes storytellers to share their outstanding life stories.

Hailing from Madurai, Hariny Vanniarajan has always been drawn to the stories that linger beyond the pages of books. Growing up amidst vibrant narratives shared by people on bus journeys and street vendors, Hariny witnessed the strength and resilience of women in her own family, inspiring her to preserve these remarkable stories for generations to come.

Completing her MA in Creative Writing and making the move from Newcastle to London, Hariny hit the ground running at StoryTerrace. As a Project Editor, she ensures that each story captures the unique voice and nuances of the storyteller, preserving their rich experiences in beautiful books. Hariny’s personalized support extends from writer matching to final book production, encompassing cover design and photos and addressing any client concerns along the way.

In a short space of time, Hariny has proven herself to be a superlative editor and Self Publishing Specialist who guides books into print online to maximise their reach with a global audience.

Alice graduated with a BA in Journalism from Cardiff University. After working for several years as a copywriter and editor, she returned to university to obtain an MA in Book Design. She has worked as a freelance publication designer for several years, specialising in complex text design for mass-market books. When not at her desk, you’ll find her in the air practising aerial circus skills, or on long-distance hikes – with the Camino Frances and Tour du Mont Blanc among her favourites to date.

Xiaofang Ma’s journey as a storyteller began in journalism, earning her an MS degree in Journalism from Ohio University. Her career as a TV journalist in Shanghai allowed her to engage with diverse individuals and unearth the unique stories they had to share.

Inspired by the power of storytelling, Xiaofang joined StoryTerrace as a writer and editor. As a Senior Project Editor, Xiaofang uses her journalistic and writing skills to great effect, shaping books that are, by turns, heartwarming and inspiring. She says, “Every ‘Thank you, you made my dream of writing a book come true’ email which I receive from storytellers, is the biggest encouragement and motivation for me.”

Xiaofang’s passion for storytelling extends into her spare time, where she continues to work as a writer and enjoys reading, painting, travelling, and spending time with her cat. She specializes in translating early 20th-century American writers’ novels; she has published two books in translation to date.

Chris graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a Bachelor's degree in English: Creative Writing. After graduation, he packed a single suitcase and bought a one-way ticket to Los Angeles, where he wrote about movies, music, and fashion (oh my!) with entertainment publications like HotNewHipHop and Flaunt Magazine. He now lives in Chicago and when he is not sending books to print, he still works the freelance grind and chisels away at his debut novel.