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The best industry advice for writers and artists as well as writing services for every stage of your writing journey

We have grouped together four key stages that a writer goes through. Select the stage you are at & see how we can help.

Stage

Transforming into a writer

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Starting out

Do you need a professional opinion on your book idea?

Book idea service

Or do you need help with your 1st draft

1st draft review

You've started to write and are learning your craft. Are you eager to know more?

Get advice

Stage

Developing your talent and growing as a writer

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Developing your talent as a writer

You have made significant progress with your book. Is now the right time for a mentor’s support? 

Mid-way review service

Are you still finding your style? Why not see what some of the experts have to say

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Emerging and selling your stories

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Selling your book 

Get advice

Need a line-by-line edit of your book?

Full Manuscript Review

Need practical advice from industry experts?

How to get Published

Are you ready to deliver the perfect submission to an agent?

Manuscript Submission service

Stage

Promoting and publishing

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Promoting and publishing

Your work is now either ready to be promoted and published or you need advice on how to overcome your book being rejected.

Get advice

You have approached agents or publishers without success. You are looking for input from the professionals.

Beat the Rejection Clinic

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