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  • Editorial Services

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

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    Book Idea service
    Or help with your first draft?
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    2

    Developing
    your craft

    You want make significant progress with your book. Is now the right time for a mentor's support?
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    3

    Selling
    your book

    Need editorial support before looking to submit?
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    Or you're looking for a final read and review?
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    4

    Promoting
    and publishing

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

  • The Writing Process 

    Celebrate World Book Day and join us for an intensive course of writing masterclasses, covering everything from getting started to character development. 

    Bedford Square, London

    2nd March - 5th March 2015

    £30 each, or £95 for all four

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  • The Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2015

    The 2015 edition of the Yearbook - the indispensable guide to all aspects of publishing and the media - is now available to buy.

    Order your copy today for the help you need to get your manuscript published.

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  • Self-publishing comparison service

    Writers & Artists present the new essential tool for anyone looking to self-publish: a free comparison service to help you find the self-publishing services best-suited to the needs of your manuscript.

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So You Want To Write A Thriller?

So You Want To Write A Thriller?

Michelle Spring shares the tried-and-tested methods authors use to create suspense in their novels, & shows you how you can write a page-turner.

The Writing Process

The Writing Process

Join us for a special series of masterclasses with Book Aid International, covering all aspects of the writing process - from character development to the importance of place.

Writing Dual Narratives

Writing Dual Narratives

Author Claire Fuller shares her advice on successfully writing dual narratives, & discusses what it can bring to a novel.

The Submission Process

The Submission Process

Join three leading literary agents as they discuss exactly what you need to do to make sure your manuscript goes to the top of the slushpile.

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