Kate Machin

Kate Machin has always harboured dreams of being a writer. However, despite a promising childhood (during which she wrote stories and plays for anyone who would listen), she later succumbed to the dark side and studied urban sociology instead.

After 12 years working for government and private sector organisations, Kate tired of the rat race and struck out on her own. Returning to her love of words, she now works as a freelance editor, helping clients to improve their written communications. In the last few years, she has edited pieces on everything from environmentally friendly architecture to the development of Burmese literature.

Being her own boss also lets Kate pursue her other passions. An avid foodie, she is passionate about quality, seasonal ingredients and can often be found trawling farmers' markets for the perfect potato. Growing up in a family that grew its own vegetables, preserved its own fruit and made its own ice-cream, she is a big fan of hands-on cooking and believes nothing beats home-made. Her foodie ambition is to take cooking classes in every country of the world.

As an air-force wife, Kate has lived all over Australia, enabling her to experience the many wonderful places and landscapes the country has to offer. She is also an expert at moving house and is a seasoned declutterer.

Recently, Kate has reignited her childhood dream and is now studying professional writing. Her stories, articles and reviews have appeared in several Australian publications, both print and online, and she has received commendations in various competitions. She is currently working on her first book.