Gillian Harvey

Gillian Harvey

Freelance Writer

BA (Hons) English

Gillian is a freelance writer and columnist for a variety of national newspapers and magazines. 

After graduating in 2000 with a BA (Hons) in English Language and Literature from Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge, Gillian trained as a secondary school teacher. 

She went on to lead an English department at a middle school in Bedfordshire, before moving to France with her husband, Ray, in 2009. 

She now writes regularly for a range of UK publications. Her first novel 'Everything is Fine' was released by Orion in May 2020 and her second 'Perfect on Paper' in May 2021.

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Recent articles

The future of COVID-19 vaccinations
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The future of COVID-19 vaccinations Feature

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many things have changed in the UK. COVID-19 has mutated and more recent variants are linked with fewer hospital admissions. …

How to stay warm this winter
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How to stay warm this winter Feature

This winter, many of us are feeling wary about turning up the thermostat. Rising energy prices and the strain on household finances mean that many people are being …

How to make healthier choices without missing out
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How to make healthier choices without missing out Feature

If you’re trying to stay healthy, watch your weight or cut down on sugar negotiating your social calendar can seem like an impossible task. But it needn't be a case of …

Why a Christmas movie can make us feel good
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Why a Christmas movie can make us feel good Feature

Over the festive period many of us settle down to watch a Christmas movie or two. Taking time to chill out in front of the screen may seem like an indulgence, but it …

Why have I been offered the shingles vaccine
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Why have I been offered the shingles vaccine Feature

If you’re aged 70-79, you are eligible to receive a shingles vaccine free from the NHS. You may have received a notification about this recently, and be wondering …

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