Who we are
We're Authortax
Overview
Expert knowledge of the publishing world.
With so many unique tax issues impacting authors, it makes sense to get specialist advice from accountants who truly understand the publishing world and creative industries.
Our team of highly skilled tax advisors and accountants, have extensive experience guiding writers through the various tax issues specific to this profession. Whether you are traditionally or self-published, have a full-time writing career or write alongside other income streams, we can help you.
What we do
We offer a comprehensive range of tax services tailored for authors.
Personal tax returns including the consideration of Authors Averaging
Tax planning and efficiency advice including operating as a sole trader vs a limited company
Dealing with advances, royalties and copyright issues
Ensuring all legitimate expenses and tax deductions are recorded correctly
International tax forms
Handling HMRC enquiries and investigations
Who we work with.
We work closely with authors at all stages of their careers to implement tax efficient strategies that help you keep more of your writing income while remaining fully compliant.
Our team stays up-to-date on the latest tax rules and regulations impacting writers, meaning you are receiving the most up-to-date and proactive advice letting you focus on your creative work.
Meet our founder
Chris has been involved in the owner-managed business sector for over 18 years, offering advice on accounts preparation and record-keeping, income tax, corporation tax, VAT, capital gains tax (CGT) and inheritance tax (IHT). Over the years, Chris has been fortunate enough to work with many clients in the creative sector, including international best-sellers, broadcasters, actors and actresses, social media influencers and vloggers.
Dealing with so many authors, Chris is well-versed in the tax and accounting quirks of this sector, from the tax implications of assigning a copyright into a company to authors averaging adjustments for freelance authors.