About Publisher, Editor, Literary Manager

Tamara

Forrest-Smith

Who is Literary Manager, Editor, Publisher, Ghostwriter Tamara Forrest-Smith?

So you know what I look like, that is me above. I am Tamara Forrest-Smith, based in Altrincham, near Manchester, UK Editor, Publisher, Literary Manager, Ghostwriter, consultant and mother to two wonderful children. For the past 15 years, I’ve been working behind the scenes to bring stories to life, whether through books, plays, or films.

I know it sounds like a lot of “titles”, so let me break it down for you to help you understand. 

Let me start from the beginning.

I was born in Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia, and have spent half my life in the UK.  I was educated both in Georgia and in the UK. While I started out in the corporate world in London, I soon realised it was too restrictive, which led me to establish my visibility consulting company, which I’ve been running since 2009, at the same time, I also became a literary manager of my husband’s writing career at Alan Forrest Smith, as well as of other writers and artists, working behind the scenes to bring stories to life, through various mediums books, podcasts, films.

I have published around 30 various genre books by various writers and managed the production of several films. It’s been a busy creative period.

On the personal side, I’m a mother to Demna and Keso, who are half Georgian and half Scottish, and I was married to my beloved husband, Alan Forrest Smith, until his passing in 2024. Losing Alan was a profound personal loss, but 2024 also became a year of creative renewal, bringing new energy and voice to Alan’s work through upcoming film productions, new book releases, theatrical play adaptations, and more.

Managing a Literary Work and Legacy

For the past 15 years, I’ve been meticulously managing Alan’s incredible body of work. He was a prolific creator, and his legacy includes everything from fiction and poetry to business books, philosophy, theatre plays, and movie scripts.

My job has been about more than preserving his work; I continue to work with a wide range of writers and continuously find new ways to share their work with the world. Whether it’s publishing new books, adapting stories for film, or breathing new life into original ideas, it’s been an amazing journey.

Working with Specialist Writers; Publishing Books & Other forms of Creative Work :

These are the following specialist book areas in which I have experience of:

  • Fiction books writers publishing, editing, partial ghostwriting

  • Philosophy books publishing, editing, partial ghostwriting

  • Poetry book publishing, editing, partial ghostwriting

  • Theatre play Adaptations

  • Movie script Adaptations

  • Business book writers publishing, editing, partial ghostwriting

  • Legacy memoir writers publishing, editing, partial ghostwriting

  • Spiritual book writers publishing, editing, partial ghostwriting

  • Creative design and graphics

  • Podcast production and more

My role over the past 15 years has involved ensuring these works inspire new audiences through diverse mediums, from publishing books to podcasts and film productions.

Founding a Publishing House

In 2017, my husband Alan and I started Master and Man Books, a publishing company. Over time, it grew and evolved into Write A Book Project to cater for the growing demand from writers and aspiring writers like you to bring your stories to life, and later into Master and Man Filmmakers, an independent film production company in the UK.

These ventures have allowed me to work closely with writers and creatives, helping all the way from the seed of a concept to a published book and sometimes screen.

Here is a list of some of the books that I helped to bring to life:

Business Book Publications:

These business books have been based on storytelling, positioning, promotion and how-to.

Philosophy Book Publications:

Philosophical writing is not always the most widely read, but I personally love it. My beloved husband Alan, was a great lover of all sort of philosophical thinking and writing and I am most proud of my support that I provided to help bring some of the philosophical ideas into this world.

Spiritual Book Publications:

  • I Am God Have You Forgotten Me

  • Deliberate Recreation

  • Life Why Do You Tease Me

  • Happiness

Biographical and Legacy Books

  • The Life, The Times, And The Adventures of Kevin Forbes - Editions 1 and 2

  • And many more!

Fiction Book Publications:

  • The Little Angel and The Last Christmas

  • Michael, Luthifer and I

  • Jeriatrika

Film Publications:

Here’s a list of films I have managed.

Podcast Publications:

Here are some of the podcasts I have produced.

Helping You Create a Legacy - Words That Live Forever

I’ve come to believe that books are one of the few, if not the most important, things that can truly make you immortal. When you pour your ideas, stories, and creativity into a book, you leave behind something that can inspire and provoke thought for generations.

The written word is an enduring medium that transcends time, geography, and culture: 

“Death is merely the end of physical presence. The ideas, stories, and philosophies captured in books live on, inspiring and provoking thought for generations.” Tamara Forrest-Smith

Books are the ultimate legacy builders, offering unmatched longevity and the power to connect with readers across the globe.

For me, there’s no better job than helping writers turn their ideas into something tangible. Whether it’s starting from a blank page, organising a story flow from the scattered notes, or finally finishing a manuscript that’s been sitting on a shelf for years, I love being part of the process.

Can I help you write and publish your book?

Here’s the list of how I can help

Tamara Forrest-Smith - Publisher & Literary Consultant

I can help you turn your ideas into published books. Whether you’re just starting with a concept or you’ve got a dusty manuscript waiting for some love, I’m here to guide you through the process.

Tamara Forrest-Smith - Editor & Ghostwriter

I’ve worked on everything from fiction and poetry to business books and memoirs. Sometimes I edit, sometimes I ghostwrite—it all depends on what the project needs. 

Tamara Forrest-Smith - Producer

Books aren’t the only way to tell a story. I also work with writers to adapt their books into scripts for film or theatre.

Tamara Forrest-Smith - The Consultant

I consult writers on how to navigate the publishing world but also how to market books. Whether you’re figuring out how to structure your story, trying to decide between self-publishing and traditional publishing, or marketing existing work, I can help.

P.S. Again, here are the books, Genres and Projects I have worked

  • Deliberate Recreation

  • Deliberate Recreation The Collectors Edition

  • I Am Bastard I Am War

  • I Am God Have You Forgotten Me

  • Life Why Do You Tease Me

  • Happiness

  • The Little Angel and The Last Christmas

  • Observations 2008-10 Edition

  • I Am Bastard I Am War in Kartuli/ Georgian

  • Escape from Zoomanity

  • Paranoic In The Age Of Stupid

  • The Warriors - Poetry

  • The Lovers - Poetry

  • Short Story Collection

  • Salon Column Builder

  • The Salon Punk

  • SX-21 Salon Extreme Manual

  • Salon Reception Manual

  • Salon Sampler

  • The Missing Kit

  • The Accidental Copywriter

  • The Consultant

  • I Am Jacob (In progress)

  • Many more!

Your Story Deserves to Be Told—Let Me Help You Create a Legacy That Lasts Forever

2024 was a turning point for me. Losing Alan was ground-shaking, but it also inspired me to push the creative work to new heights. From publishing new books to launching film and theatre projects, I’m more motivated than ever to share the literary legacy with the world.

Whether you’re dreaming of writing your first book or looking to turn your manuscript into a full production, I’d love to be part of your journey.

My current projects (2024) include the following:

  • Edited and Published a new fiction storybook

  • Ghostwriting, editing and publishing the 2nd Edition of the book - biographical

  • Adapting a movie script based on the original short story

  • Editing and partial ghostwriting a biographical genre - the spiritual market

  • Adapting a theatre script for the play production.

Are you ready to see your idea turn into a book and become a published author?

If you have read this far about my background, I am grateful. I would love to help you turn your dreams of becoming a published author into a reality.

Contact me today to get the conversation going.

Tamara Forrest-Smith, your next book editor, publisher, ghostwriter