Selene Nelson

Selene Nelson is a UK-based author, journalist, and freelance writer specializing in lifestyle content. After graduating with an English Literature degree from the University of Sussex, she began her career writing about social and criminal justice, particularly opposing capital punishment through publications in HuffPost, Salon, and ThinkProgress. She transitioned to food and travel journalism after an 18-month global tour, contributing to major outlets including BBC News, The Sunday Times Travel, and SUITCASE Magazine. Nelson gained international attention in 2018 when her vegan recipe pitch to Waitrose Food's editor sparked a media storm that reached 650 million people worldwide, leading to appearances on BBC Sunday Morning Live and The One Show. She authored 'Yes Ve-gan!' (2020), promoting plant-based living through Gaia/Octopus Publishing, and has collaborated with brands like The Co-op on vegan cooking initiatives. Currently writing for Rest Less, she produces lifestyle content spanning wellness, travel, and relationships.