Hello Dear Writer
The Blood Ink Crime Writing Competition is open for submissions. The deadline for entries is at midnight on Wednesday 30 October.
View the results of our Children's Chapter Book Competition alongside the comments made by our judge Parul on the top winning entries and a list of the runners up and the shortlisted story titles.
News
Jacqueline Walker
After attending our Pitch Your Novel Event, Hodder has published Jacqueline Walker's debut novel Pilgrim State.
Workshops
Upcoming Workshops:
27 April Attract An Agent Workshop
18 May Comedy Writing Workshop
25 May Children's Story Pitch Event
29 June Pitch Your Novel Event
Kid's Korner
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
Our 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
A Whisper From The Heart
An anthology of verse written by high school students in South Africa.