Henrietta Bond

On Control Freak ‘…it succeeds in looking in a well-rounded way at the whole situation of someone trying to leave the care system behind and live independently. … This is in fact an unputdownable account by Holly herself, which many teenagers fostered or not will find entertaining and revealing.’ Books for Keeps

Thank you very much for helping us on Saturday - we particularly appreciate the fact that you were able to step in at the last minute. We've received lots of positive feedback from the families who came along who were all delighted with how much they got out of the day. Also we've had some really great comments about how the children enjoyed the activities and of course the chance to talk about their thyroid.’ (Creative workshop fat conference for children with thyroid conditions) Julia Priestley Development Officer British Thyroid Foundation

Henrietta Bond has a sound understanding of the communication needs of the voluntary and statutory sector and knows how to help organisations put across sensitive and complex issues to a wider audience. Felicity Collier, Chair Standards and Ethics Board BASW

Henrietta has a flexible approach and is willing and able to be responsive to the immediate situation. She's attentive to detail and clarifies the desired results ensuring that these are achieved. Her listening skills is exceptional and provokes powerful questions that stimulate immense insight. I enjoyed working with Henrietta and found each session invaluable in broadening my perspective Karen Galley, Personal and Organisational Change Manager

Henrietta has amazing empathy and insight into the experience of the LAC - absolutely love working with her!. Jenny Molloy, Passionate Care Experienced published Author of Hackney Child and Guest Lecturer at University of Huddersfield

On Control Freak ‘It was refreshing to read about social care in a positive light and see the children who are moving on from foster care as capable young people. … The story could easily have felt preachy in tone… however it is extremely entertaining and though provoking without being contrived.’ School Librarian , 59-1 Spring 2011

Henrietta is a gifted trainer who will go the extra mile for her clients. Her communication & writing skills are excellent. Working with her, I have found her to be flexible and imaginative and able to get the best out of people. Joanne O'Brien, Independent Photography Professional

On Control Freak ‘[Holly] is a very likeable character, her predicament very lifelike and the story’s resolution both dramatic and credible.’ Youthinmind

Henrietta is full of ideas, unfailingly professional in all situations and responsive to different audiences. I have worked with her on a number of projects with vulnerable young people and she has shown the greatest integrity throughout and earned their trust in the process. She is very creative and writes extremely well to brief and on her own initiative.

Henrietta's creative input provided a fresh perspective for Child Safety Week. She came up with the idea of a questionnaire for children and did all the work around making this possible. She also delivered extra value during the day of the launch, giving around 20 interviews to television and local radio. As a result of her involvement our media coverage increased, despite the Week now being in its 13th year. Katrina Phillips. Chief Executive, Child Accident Prevention Trust

I have engaged Henrietta Bond's services for several years on a variety of publishing projects including our Annual Review, writing features for our monthly magazine and writing and editing books. She is a skilled writer and editor and approaches her commissions with enthusiasm and professionalism and has always completed the work to deadline. Her commitment to the subject matter is very apparent and she has been able to successfully adapt her writing style to suit the needs of particular publications and readerships including writing publicity materials, descriptive and moving personal accounts and informative guides. Shaila Shah, Director of Publications, British Association for Adoption and Fostering

Henrietta writes like a dream - she really helped us with our website - and also knows how to enthuse people as a trainer. I love working with her! Simon Wilson, Director, Wilson Sherriff

Control Freak is compelling, and although it deals with some difficult issues it does so without preaching and in a sensitive way. I would recommend this gripping, fast-paced read. Henrietta Bond connects with students personally and the issues that her books deal with are what many teenagers want to discuss. She talks frankly about sensitive issues. Students have been inspired to read the books because of the extracts she read during the session. A lively visit, with real impact.' Louise Aldridge, Learning Resources Centre Manager, QE Girls School Barnet