HD Words

14/04/2026

I'll be exhibiting at the Your Partnerships Cornwall Connector event at the Penventon Park Hotel next Tuesday (21st April, 2-4pm). Come and talk to me about words - all words - any words! I'd love to chat about what I can do for your business's words, in particular, of course...

22/01/2026

Ready to go at the Your Partnerships connector event! Come and say hello. There are are plenty of other stands here, and lots have special offers...

14/11/2025

So proud of this small group of volunteers, and honoured to have been their secretary for the last year. The recognition will mean a lot to Camborne as a whole.

We are delighted to announce that Camborne Trevithick Day CIC has been awarded the King’s Award for Voluntary Service, the equivalent of an MBE for the organisation. The honour recognises the hard work of the committee, and the value of what we do, for the community in Camborne. Huge thanks to the current and past committee members whose hard work is very much appreciated, and also to our supporters and sponsors. Thanks also to those who assisted in the application process for the KAVS.

12/11/2025

So I have a new website!
It's been a little while in the creation, but it's here now.

Big thanks to Emily Tarrant at Webfooted Designs for the fresh, modern design, and Matt French at Retina Digital for seamless transfer and ongoing hosting. Dave at Dave Scoffin Photography is responsible for the smart new photos, and my sister Steph proofread for me (yes, even professional proofreaders need proofreaders).

Please do go and have a look, and let me know what you think!

Helping you communicate clearly with your customers, conserving your valuable time, and avoiding language mistakes.

17/10/2025

I've written a couple more blogs, one continuing the series on being my own client, and one for writers, about why you might need a proofreader.

My shiny new website is closing in on the finish line now, which is exciting and scary all at once. https://hdwords.co.uk/being-my-own-client-part-6/ so I need to mention Emily Tarrant at Webfooted Designs, who is building it, and Mathieu French at Retina Digital who is going to be hosting it.

I've also been proofreading a book which has been great fun, and reminded me that I needed to re-publish a blog I'm recycling from a few years ago, about why authors need a proofreader. The author I'm working with has put a lot of effort into his words, that is very clear to see. The story flows well and is gripping. However, he was too close to see some issues. At one point, in a tightly packed timeline, Friday night flowed into Sunday, and Monday happened twice. And a woman getting ready for a posh gala didn't think about her shoes! I mean!!

https://hdwords.co.uk/have-you-written-a-book-recently/

Anyway, have a read, if you've got a book in your life that needs taking over the finish line.

We seem to be closing in on a finished website... There are just a few (dozen) small things to do!

13/08/2025

Another quick post on the process of revamping my own website. I spent a chunk of yesterday having new photos taken by Dave Scoffin, along with as near as I can get to 'product shots'.

Unedited image, below. No makeup or anything these dictionaries - they perform very well for the camera!

https://hdwords.co.uk/being-my-own-client-part-4/

07/08/2025

Blog post #3 of my series chronicling revamping my own website. In which we introduce a new character - Dave Scoffin, who is going to take some new photos of me. Emily Tarrant and I make some decisions about structure, and give ourselves homework, and a deadline...

Taking the next steps on my new website - images, colours, text...

30/07/2025

I received the most jaw-dropping recommendation yesterday, from Cerys Hartt, whom I worked with at the Growth Hub earlier this year. This is what she posted on my LinkedIn profile:

"Working with Hannah Danson has been one of those quietly brilliant collaborations. The kind that doesn’t shout for attention but leaves a lasting impression.

"Hannah brings a calm, thoughtful presence to her work. She listens deeply, not just to what’s said, but to what’s meant. That sensitivity shows in the stories she helps shape. Stories that feel honest, grounded, and gently powerful. She has a way of making people feel safe enough to share, and that’s no small thing.

"She’s also quietly tenacious. Whether navigating a string of no-shows or coaxing clarity from a hesitant speaker, Hannah keeps going. Not loudly, but with purpose. She’s organised without being rigid, creative without being chaotic, and always generous with her insight.

"What I’ve appreciated most is her instinct for what matters. She knows when a story needs space, when a quote sings, and when to let something go. That kind of editorial intuition makes her a joy to work with.

"If you’re looking for someone who brings care, clarity, and quiet strength to creative work, I can’t recommend Hannah enough."
.. so I cried!
Thanks Cerys - you made my week!

17/07/2025

I'm going to have a new website soon!
It's exciting, and slightly scary, but I'm working with Emily Tarrant of Webfooted Media, who I know will do a great job.
Being my own client, writing content for my own website, is a new challenge. I'm going to document the process, to learn from it how best to support my own clients, and maybe give folks some insights along the way!
Follow along here...

So, the tables are turned. I am my own client now, writing new copy for my website refresh. The design work, for the first time, is in the hands of a professional – the esteemed Emily Tarrant of Webfooted Designs. … Continued

02/07/2025

**Calling everyone in the education sector**
You're coming up for the summer holiday, you have a few weeks of no students around, but you want to make the most of the time...
You have the dreaded OFSTED appearing on the horizon at some point in the next term or three, so you're working to get your ducks in a row...
But have you thought about your website?

OFSTED looks at your website, and has a lovely (read: LONG and DETAILED) checklist of everything they expect to find there.

I offer an OFSTED-checking service, where I will go through your website against OFSTED's list, and will produce a report that details what you need to add, what you need to make clearer, and what's great. A fresh pair of eyes, where you may miss things as you're familiar with the site.

For just £200 (prices negotiable for Academy Trusts with more than one site) I can look through your website over the summer, and provide the report you need to get it shipshape in time. Can you afford not to?

More details here: https://hdwords.co.uk/ofsted-compliance-checking-service/ or drop me a line for a conversation.

New service from HD Words - checking your school's website for OFSTED compliance.

06/02/2025

Look look!! I have my first ever pieces of branded merch!!
I decided that because I've reached my milestone tenth anniversary of HD Words, it was time to commemorate it, so I asked the lovely Vicky Hanks and Boosters to make me these. Do you like them? You can have one of your very own the next time you see me...

Thank you to everyone who has helped me along the way, been my friends, customers and sounding boards, and referred people to me.