Hello! I’m Jodie Gray, the editor, wordsmith, and enchantress behind Gray Matter Edits.

Born with a book in one hand and a pen in the other, I’ve been spellbound by the power of words for as long as I can remember. Originally from England, I now call Finland my home — a land where quiet libraries, serene lakes, and magical forests fuel my love for storytelling.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Creative Writing, and for years, I’ve been immersed in the world of manuscripts, essays, and everything in between. My passion lies in helping writers, scholars, and dreamers bring their ideas to life — whether that means refining an existing draft or conjuring words from scratch.

At Gray Matter Edits, I offer two kinds of magic: Enchantments, for polishing and perfecting your work through editing, and Conjurations, for breathing life into new creations with ghostwriting, copywriting, and bespoke storytelling packages. From memoirs and novels to blogs, websites, and worldbuilding, I tailor each service to honour your vision while ensuring your words sparkle with clarity and impact.

When I’m not weaving words, you’ll likely find me at home with my wife and our four cats — Minnie, Groot, Godzilla, and Rascal — all of whom believe they’re invaluable editing assistants (especially when a keyboard is involved). Our days are often filled with books, cat mischief, and long, fascinating, and frequently hilarious conversations about the quirks, similarities, and peculiarities of our native languages — English and Finnish.

If you’re ready to transform your ideas into literary gold — whether through enchantment or conjuration — I’d love to be your creative ally.

Summon me for a quote, and let’s work some magic together.