Caitlin Moran

Award-Winning Journalist, Columnist for The Times, Bestselling Author of ‘How to Be a Woman’, Seven-Time British Press Awards Columnist of the Year & Co-Writer of the Channel 4 Series ‘Raised by Wolves’

Caitlin Moran’s Biography:

Caitlin Moran is an award-winning British journalist, author, broadcaster and screenwriter, best known for serving as a columnist for The Times since she was just 18. Combining incisive social observation with candid storytelling and characteristic humour, Caitlin has become one of Britain’s most recognisable cultural commentators. Her million-selling ‘How to Be a Woman’ brought her international recognition, while her journalism, novels, television work and social commentary have established her as an influential voice on issues affecting women and society. Drawing upon decades of experience addressing complex and sometimes controversial subjects, Caitlin is hired as a keynote speaker for her wit, authenticity and ability to turn important cultural conversations into engaging and accessible discussions.

Educated at home, Caitlin demonstrated her writing ability from an exceptionally young age. At 15, she won The Observer’s Young Reporter of the Year competition, before publishing her debut children’s novel, ‘The Chronicles of Narmo’, at 16. She began her professional journalism career writing for the weekly music magazine ‘Melody Maker’ and became an official weekly columnist for The Times at just 18. Her career subsequently expanded across publishing, television and film. Caitlin co-wrote the Channel 4 television series ‘Raised by Wolves’, which won the Rose d’Or Award for Best Sitcom, and later adapted her bestselling novel ‘How to Build a Girl’ into a feature film.

As an author, Caitlin has built an extensive catalogue spanning social commentary and fiction. Her publications include ‘Moranthology’, ‘How to Build a Girl’, ‘Moranifesto’, ‘How to Be Famous’, ‘More Than a Woman’, the bestselling ‘What About Men?’ and ‘How to Be Hopeful’. Beyond writing, Caitlin organised the #TwitterSilence campaign, a 24-hour Twitter boycott responding to online abuse and threats directed at campaigner Caroline Criado-Perez.

Caitlin has received considerable recognition for both her journalism and published work. She first won Columnist of the Year at the British Press Awards in 2010, an accolade she would eventually receive seven times. She was also named Interviewer of the Year and Critic of the Year at the British Press Awards, while ‘How to Be a Woman’ won Book of the Year at the Galaxy National Book Awards. In 2026, Caitlin continued to demonstrate her prominence in British media through appearances on major podcasts including ‘Begin Again with Davina McCall’, ‘Rosebud’ with Gyles Brandreth and ‘Pete Wicks: Man Made’.

Why Hire Caitlin Moran?

Caitlin is a keynote speaker to hire for audiences seeking intelligent, provocative and entertaining perspectives on contemporary society. Her expertise spans feminism, gender, class, modern masculinity, popular culture, journalism and social change. With decades spent examining these subjects through journalism, books, broadcasting and screenwriting, Caitlin brings both authority and personality to the stage. Her ability to approach serious issues with humour without diminishing their importance makes her an engaging choice for conferences, corporate events and discussions seeking fresh perspectives on the cultural questions shaping modern life.

Caitlin Moran’s Career Highlights:

Here are some of the key milestones that define Caitlin Moran’s remarkable career:

  • 2026 – Published ‘How to Be Hopeful’
  • 2023 – Published bestselling ‘What About Men?’
  • 2020 – Adapted ‘How to Build a Girl’ into a feature film
  • 2015 – Won the Rose d’Or for Best Sitcom for ‘Raised by Wolves’
  • 2013 – Co-wrote Channel 4’s ‘Raised by Wolves’
  • 2011 – Won Galaxy Book of the Year for ‘How to Be a Woman’
  • 2011 – Named Interviewer and Critic of the Year at the British Press Awards
  • 2011 – Published ‘How to Be a Woman’
  • 2010 – First of seven British Press Awards for Columnist of the Year
  • 1993 – Became a weekly columnist for The Times aged 18