Figtree Industries is a small independent publishing company that believes everyone has a story to share. In a commercial world, stories often get lost and remain untold. We support individuals to write their stories, and to present them in a professional format. Whether you write poetry, prose, fiction, or non-fiction, or have never written anything, but would like to, we can help!

Julia Dean-Richards

Editor, Julia Dean-Richards, is qualified in Creative Arts and Education Management. A creative writer of prose and poetry, she was born in the craggy High Peak and lived in the Black Country for many years, before settling in the beautiful Shropshire Hills. Julia has worked in the creative industries, education development, and care sectors. She is Chair of Trustees for ‘Arty Party’, an award-winning registered charity that supports adults with learning disabilities to be creative, confident and included.