Biography

Richard Emerson is a freelance writer, editor and proofreader, specialising in health and lifestyle issues – including diet and nutrition. He has authored five books. The latest, Read the Label! Discover What’s Really In Your Food (Vermilion) is in the shops now.
 
Other works include How to Cope Successfully With…Irritable Bowel Syndrome and The Irritable Bowel Diet (both by Wellhouse) and are also available to order. Click the buttons (left) to find out more…

Richard started his publishing career as a reporter on his local newspaper, the Windsor, Slough & Eton Express. Since then he has worked as sub-editor and editor on a wide range of publications, including the Swindon Advertiser, the Informer, Limited Edition magazine, and the London Financial News.

In 1991, Richard left the world of newspapers and magazines to focus on his particular interest in health publishing. Since then he has combined health writing with book editing, working for major publishers including Random House, HarperCollins, Virgin and Bloomsbury.

Richard is a member of the Medical Journalists’ Association and has a Diploma in Biological Sciences. He is currently studying for a Degree in Natural Sciences and Biology with the Open University.