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Mary Branscombe
Independent Writing and Editing Professional
Mary Branscombe is a seasoned freelance writer and editor, primarily focusing on technology journalism. Based in London, she has over three decades of experience in the field, having contributed to a wide array of publications including CIO.com, The Guardian, ZDNet, and TechRepublic. Her expertise spans various technology topics, with a particular specialization in Microsoft products and services, including Windows and Azure AI.123
Career Overview
- Freelance Writer and Editor: Since August 2001, Branscombe has been working as a full-time freelance writer, covering technology for online titles, magazines, newspapers, and commercial clients. Her work includes writing reviews, news articles, tutorials, interviews, and features across consumer, business, and developer markets.13
- Previous Roles: Before her freelance career, she held senior editorial positions at major publications such as AOL UK Technology Channel and PC Plus magazine. She was also the launch editor for IT Expert magazine.134
Publications and Contributions
Branscombe has authored two books on Windows 8 and has written extensively for various outlets. She has also published fiction related to technology themes, including the Cassidy Smith series of technomysteries available on Amazon Kindle.123 Her writing often addresses the intersection of technology with everyday life and business practices.
Specialties
Her areas of expertise include:
- Microsoft technologies
- Cloud services
- Consumer electronics
- Business IT solutions
- Writing and editing white papers and case studies for commercial clients.134
Branscombe is also open to new commissions for editorial or commercial work and actively engages with industry contacts for interviews and stories.1
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