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CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS.  Entries for the 2010 Poetry Competition are now being accepted both online and by post. The deadline for submissions is at midnight on Tuesday 1 June 2010.

Join Claire Alexander for the Children's Fiction & Illustration workshop taking place on Saturday 24 April 2010.  There are limited spaces available so please book early.

News

Jacqueline Walker

After attending our Pitch Your Novel Event, Hodder has published Jacqueline Walker's debut novel 'Pilgrim State'.

Sally Siner

Sally Siner has been signed up by Pollinger Ltd.

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Workshops

Claire Alexander will lead the Children's Fiction & Illustration Workshop on Saturday 24 April 2010.

The workshop will look at how to successfully write children's fiction, create illustrations to compliment your prose and understand what agents and publishers want. Bring along examples of your work to be analysed on the day.

Kid's Korner

Emily Loves Getting Dressed (Campbell Books 2005)Welcome to Kid's Korner the section dedicated to budding, young writers. Check out the latest interviews with prominent children’s authors, writing tips, book reviews, short story and illustration competitions.

Story Critique Services

We have an excellent team of industry based, professional story readers who are at hand to evaluate, critique and offer a detailed analysis of your work in progress.

Poetry Critique Services

We aim to guide, support and nurture poets to provide you with an appraisal that will enhance your poetry.

Business Services

Workshops tailored to enhance team motivation.  Impress your clients by wining and dining them at the award winning Imperial Hotel.

Featured Illustrator

Victoria Sponge - Suitable for vegetariansOur latest Featured Illustrator is the Indian artist Neelam Modi, who currently illustrates a selection of children's books.

Proofreading Service

Efficient, fast and thorough Proofreading Service for all work in progress including manuscripts, non fiction and autobiographies.  Send us your work in hand written form, typed or from your digital audio recordings.

Book Cellar

Whispering Hope
Whispering HopeAn anthology of verse for poetry lover’s worldwide with a selected of poems from junior & high school students.