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There's still time to enter the International Short Story Competition. The deadline is at midnight on 30 January. Tom Chalmers from Legend Press publishing is judging the competition.

Judging our Novel Competition is Lorella Belli from the Lorella Belli Literary Agency. Submissions must be in by 28 February.

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

Sally Spedding will be leading the Crime Writing Workshop on Saturday 20 February 2010.

The workshop will analyse the crime writing genre with the chance to discuss and create characters, settings and mood.

There will also be the option to learn about current opportunities in crime writing field.

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

Natural Causes
Natural CausesA selection of poems touching on the transience of life.