Portfolio
Examples of books produced by Mandy Bloom
“I would like to pass on my utmost respect and thanks to all those who have participated in making this beautiful book and especially to Mandy for graciously dedicating so much of her time to this unique project.”
Rachel Mundy, Manager, Highfield House
Contact highfieldhousecastlecary.com
The Wartime Memories and Life Stories of Residents of A&S Care Homes Ltd, I Remember the War!
Mandy became my steadfast guide through the emotional journey of recounting my life story. With remarkable patience and a heart full of encouragement, she listened with genuine empathy and transformed my experiences into a narrative that captures the essence of my struggles and triumphs.
They say everyone has a book inside them; if anyone can find yours, Mandy can.
Dawn Richards, Private Unpublished Memoir
“The book has changed my life.”
Tony Bennett
‘He Can When He Will’
“It has been a pleasure working with Mandy as my ghostwriter. I am no author, and without her it would not have happened. She is an amazing lady.”
Richard Stone
From Little Acorns
“A treasured book for the family – the whole process was a pleasure and a delight.”
Sally Ann Martin (May’s Daughter)
May’s Mango Memories
“Mandy was extremely professional and very attentive – we spoke often to make sure l was totally on board. I am delighted with the result, which is beautifully produced to a high standard.”
Caroline Martin
My Life
“I hear lots of compliments about the book and how well it is written. I hope you are proud of the end product, I know I am.”
Sylvia Collins (Jackson’s Daughter)
The House Brothers of Wytherston
“The whole memoir process was most enjoyable and brought back many happy memories of our life and times in Kenya and Somerset.”
David Bellman
The Monkton Elm Story
“You have captured the spirit of the story very well. Thank you so much for your patience, the result is fantastic!”
David Sowerbutts (Margaret’s Son)
Two Daisies in My Pocket
“Our whole family can be proud of the hopes and aspirations of George and Marjorie. I couldn’t have accomplished the outcome of the book without your help and commitment.”
Jeanette Stockell
‘Don’t Worry Mum’
“It’s brilliant! I was so absorbed in reading it and recalling my childhood, I missed two wickets being taken on the world cup cricket match on TV.”
Mel Hillman
The Story of a Nobody
“We are very grateful to Mandy for turning Mike’s original stories and our family photos into such a lovely book.”
Mike & Doreen Rowland
Memories of a Wheelwright
Available from Mike Rowland & Son
https://www.wheelwright.org.uk/
“Making contact with Mandy was the best thing ever. She was the easiest person to talk to, and a great listener and ghostwriter. She expressed my feelings brilliantly.”
Brenda Furniss
Behind The Smile
Available through Amazon
“Mandy produced such a beautiful, illustrated children’s book from our stories, and we are still getting requests for more copies.”
Erica Cartledge (Commissioning Editor)
The Everyday Adventures of Jemmima the Duck
“A huge thank you for making this possible – we are so thrilled. It has meant a lot to my Dad and given him a sense of purpose this year and also a chance to reflect. Many thanks for all your patience and amazing writing skills.”
Alex Stubbings (John’s Daughter) – As Time Flies By
“Mandy produced a wonderful book from my travel memories and photos, my family have really enjoyed reading it.”
Maureen Bloom
Holidays of a Lifetime
An A4 book produced to preserve the ancestral stories from our family tree.
Maureen Bloom, The Blooms, 1705 – 2009.
“I’m so grateful to Mandy for helping a lifetime’s dream to come to fruition. Mandy is a delight to work with and the design work here is exquisite.”
Will Cordill, Shadowmuse, Collected Poetry.
Available through: https://gofund.me/780953f7
Ken Laurence 1925 – 2023, Illustrated Poems
‘Each poem is accompanied by Ken’s characteristic illustrations, so if the words don’t make you smile, we hope the pictures will!’
“Absolutely thrilled”
Susan Wilson, Travels With My Captain.
“The book has had a brilliant reception, especially the design and production. Everyone who has seen it has been very impressed and has said it’s really easy to read and understand”
Available from equi-sense.co.uk
Shena Kozubu-Kozubska, Cross-Country Riding the Wylye Way.
“The whole experience has been exceptional, Mandy is an excellent ghostwriter, has a wonderful personality and clearly knows how to deliver.”
Brian Davenport
The Way It Was
“The book was an achievement fulfilled in later years and was superbly constructed by Mandy.”
Maureen Muir,
Fifty Homes – Seventy Five Years
“The three finished volumes of my diaries look so professional. I was absolutely delighted with the result – they really are something to treasure forever. Mandy is an excellent ghostwriter and was an absolute joy to work with.”
Moira Townsend
The Ghana Years
“Really nice piece of work Mandy – it was a pleasure working with you and the final product reflects your ability.”
Steve Creaney
Newton Aycliffe – A Long History of a New Town
“I am very pleased with the end result, another lovely book that I couldn’t have produced without Mandy”
Maureen Bloom, A Blooming Good Life
“It was a daunting challenge, but Mandy made all my efforts so worthwhile. Excellent value!”
Isabel Ward, Ordering My Affairs
“Mandy offers a great hassle-free service. She is very patient and knows exactly what you want.”
Alistair James Stewart, Flying High, The Life and Times of Flight Lieutenant Ian Gordon Stewart
“Thanks for your patience and professional skill in putting my memoir together for me. I could not have produced it – or written any of it – without you. Thank you for a magnificent job.”
Bob Hooper
A Meare Lad
“I was very grateful to Mandy for all her help and support, , she worked really hard to ensure the book was created how we wanted. I honestly could not have been more pleased with the end result. ”
Darren Hill, Open Spaces Manager – Wellington in Bloom, An Illustrated History
Wellington Town Council
Available from https://www.wellingtontowncouncil.co.uk
Mildenhall Museum
Mildenhall Museum ,A Small Market Town
available from Mildenhall Museum https://mildenhallmuseum.co.uk/
“With gathered information, often sourced by her, Mandy communicates in words and images a fresh and readable book to treasure” (Work in Progress)
Paul Payne, Hans Connections https://www.porcelainlights.co.uk/
“Very happy with the end result, especially the way that you put it all together with all our family photos. A very good, job thank you Mandy.”
Mandy Shore, Who Do I Look Like?
“The whole experience has been exceptional, Mandy is an excellent ghostwriter, has a wonderful personality and clearly knows how to deliver.”
Brian Davenport
The Way It Was
“I had my own strong ideas on presentation, but without Mandy’s patience, understanding, creative guidance (and some giggles too along the way) I couldn’t have achieved this. Now everyone comments on the excellent production! Bletchley Park were delighted too.”
Liz Lydekker (daughter), Peripatetic Beds.
“After five years of writing my story by hand, and struggling with my own poor spelling, I found Mandy, who has brought my writings into a readable book. My saviour!”
William AG Bolt, Life Is A Journey, Enjoy The Ride.