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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
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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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2018 Yearbooks
The latest editions of the Writers' & Artists' Yearbook are now available.
An indispensable guide packed with advice, inspiration and practical guidance - plus thousands of publishing industry contacts!
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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.
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Your Testimonials
We offer a number of events & editing services geared towards helping you to get your book published.
Find out what writers we've worked with in the past have to say.
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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
How To Hook An Agent - BOOK NOW
Only a few places remain for our final How to Hook an Agent of 2017 so move quickly to secure your place.
Learn how to become a more objective reader of your work with a day of advice and practical exercises from professional editors.
The Writing Tips They Never Teach You
Author, poet and journalist Benjamin Myers serves up an alternative list of writing tips...
Masterclass: Writing YA Fiction
Join bestselling author Holly Smale for this exclusive masterclass in conjunction with Book Aid International.
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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.
