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A founder-led literary practice developing books for public figures, leaders and individuals with exceptional stories or ideas.

Our Practice

We believe that every meaningful book begins with a person, not simply a story. Before the first word is written, we take the time to understand the individual behind the public image, developing each project through conversation, collaboration and careful editorial judgement. Every manuscript is shaped with literary ambition while preserving the authentic voice of its author.

Working directly with both founders throughout the process, our clients benefit from two complementary literary perspectives and a highly personal approach. Whether developing a memoir, political work or cultural commentary, our aim is always the same: to create books that are thoughtful, authentic and crafted to the highest literary standard.

Our Approach

Every project is guided by our three core principles. 

Literary 

We craft books with literary ambition and editorial rigour, preserving the authentic voice of every author.

Personal

We begin with the individual. Before the first word is written, we take time to understand the person behind a public image, ensuring every book reflects their voice, character and ideas.

Collaborative

We develop every book in close partnership with our clients, sustaining conversation from the initial proposal through to publication.

We write with you, not for you.

Who we work with

Public Figures

Broadcasters, presenters, public personalities and individuals seeking to tell their story with depth, clarity and ambition

Politics

Politicians, campaigners, diplomats and public thinkers shaping important conversations through books and ideas.

Sport

Athletes, coaches and sporting leaders whose experiences extend beyond the game and deserve a lasting narrative.

Business & Leadership

Entrepreneurs, founders and business leaders looking to share their experience, philosophy and vision with a wider audience

Arts & Culture

Writers, performers, artists and cultural figures with stories or ideas that deserve thoughtful literary expression.

Remarkable Stories

Not every extraordinary story belongs to a public figure. We welcome individuals whose lives or ideas deserve to be shared.

Why The Markham Partnership

Founder-led

Every project is led personally by Harry and Arielle, from the initial conversation to the final manuscript.

 

Two Complementary Perspectives

Each manuscript benefits from two writers with different literary backgrounds, working together throughout the process.

Literary Craft

We bring the same care to our clients' books that we bring to our own creative work.

 

Personal Partnership

A book is built through trust, conversation and collaboration—not simply delivered as a finished product.

Begin a conversation

Whether you have a fully formed manuscript, or just the beginnings of an idea, we'd love to hear from you.

Get in Touch

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