Alison Brinkworth

Freelance journalist in Birmingham with over 25 years experience writing news, culture and lifestyle features along with reviews for theatre, travel, food, music and film. See sections in menu for examples. Find me on Instagram at Alison Brinkworth or X @alisondayani


Welcome,

I'm a Birmingham-based freelance journalist, content writer and communications specialist with expertise in social media. My extensive writing career spans more than 27 years.

With versatile writing skills and a nose for a story, I can turn my hand from news and business articles to lifestyle features including theatre reviews, travel and celebrity interviews and videos on events.

For writing and social media commissions, contact me at:
Email: writeralisonb@gmail.com
X (Twitter): @AlisonDayani 
Linkedin: Alison Brinkworth
Bluesky:  Alison Brinkworth (@writeralison.bsky.social)
Instagram:  alisonbrinkworth

Birmingham based writer

When it comes to interviews, I have talked to people from all walks of life - from protesters to chief execs and celebrities to politicians, including actor Will Smith, Frank Skinner, Ozzy Osbourne, Theresa May and Tony Blair.
Published in a wide range of media including The Mirror, Woman's Own, The Scotsman, National World, The Birmingham Mail/Birmingham Live, The Birmingham Post, SME News, LuxLife, Style Birmingham, The Express & Star, Fused magazine, Behind The Arras, Weekend Notes and more, as shown in the menu sections.
On the corporate side, I create annual reports, consumer guides, website content, social media campaigns and case studies. Leading national and regional bodies and charities use my work including Census 2021, Central BID Birmingham, RoSPA, the Legal Ombudsman, FTSE-250 company Paragon Banking Group, Sanctuary Housing, The People's Orchestra and Anawim.