Start a thoughtful conversation.
The best messages are clear about why you are reaching out. Whether the conversation begins with a book, an article, a professional idea or an invitation to speak, context helps make the exchange more useful from the beginning.
Choose the reason for your message.
One contact point, different kinds of conversation.
Books & Readers
Questions about the books, reader feedback, review enquiries, book-club discussions or availability.
Email about books →Media & Podcasts
Interview requests, podcast invitations, editorial queries, author profiles or review-copy enquiries.
Media enquiry →Speaking & Events
Panel discussions, author conversations, HR and workplace sessions, reintegration or second-chance themes.
Speaking request →Professional Collaboration
HR, administration, policy, writing, consulting, research or other relevant professional collaboration.
Discuss collaboration →
Keep it simple.
A short, clear message is enough. Introduce yourself, mention the purpose of the enquiry, and include any relevant dates, publication names, event details or links.
Send an EmailA little context helps.
For professional and media enquiries, these details make the conversation easier to assess.
Media / speaking enquiries
Please include:
- publication, podcast, channel or organisation name;
- proposed topic or theme;
- format — written, audio, video, panel or in-person;
- expected date and approximate duration;
- any deadline for response.
Professional collaboration
Please include:
- a short description of the project or requirement;
- the role or contribution you have in mind;
- location / remote requirement, where relevant;
- expected timeline;
- the best way to continue the discussion.
“Sometimes a meaningful next chapter begins with nothing more complicated than one genuine conversation.”— Saurabh Thakore
Have a reason to connect?
Write with context. The conversation can begin from there.
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