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Writing Courses
Benefit from manuscript critiques and invaluable advice from award-winning authors and industry professionals.
Your Novel: 10 weeks on the nitty-gritty of novel writing
Your Children's Book: 5 weeks dedicated to the art of illustrated picture books
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Editing 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.1
Starting
outYour book idea assessed: How Strong Is Your Book Idea?
A review of those all-important Opening Chapters2
Developing
your craftA read and review of your work: Full Manuscript Review
Develop your book with a mentor: Bespoke Mentoring3
Ready to
submit?A line-by-line edit of your manuscript to help iron out grammatical mistakes and inconsistencies: Final Polish
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Your Testimonials
We offer a number of events & editing services geared towards helping you to get your book published.
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Writing Calendar
Search festivals, competitions and other events by date, genre or location, and add your own entries, too.
If you're looking for the latest writing competitions or want to share details of your writing group, this is the perfect resource.
The best industry advice for writers and artists, we have expert advice articles, inspirational author interviews, competitions, a lively online community and editorial services for every stage of your writing journey.
See our highlights and find out which stage you are at on your writing journey.
Featured
Free Writing Competition with Retreat West
Enter your short story to be in with a chance of winning a place on one of Retreat West’s incredible writing retreats.
Beginning in September, join us on Wednesday evenings for a course that looks at the essential elements of writing for children.
Writer's Festivals: A Must For The Aspiring Writer
Debut author Hayley Barker on why attending a writer's festival was the best thing she could have done for her writing career.
Don’t Find Your Voice – Use Your Voice
Debut author Fran Whitlum-Cooper discusses the importance of using your voice as a writer.
Recent Q&As
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Feedback on shared work?Hi everyone. I've posted the first 2 chapters of my new MS on shared works if anyone has the time... read more
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Genre?How do I identify the genre I am writing in, so I can can inform an agent?
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY,Wilhelmina!I KNOW that this isn't a correct use of Q&As, but you're [we're] not on Facebook, Twitter, or any of... read more
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Videos and Podcasts
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Video: Interview with Claire McGowan
Writers & Artists sit down with crime novelist Claire McGowan to discuss the importance of dialogue and her path to publication.
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Video: Interview with Sally Gardner
Writers & Artists talk to Sally Gardner about the writing process, finding inspiration and the benefits of short chapters.
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Video: Interview with Kerry Hudson
Writers & Artists talk to author Kerry Hudson about finding your voice as a writer.
