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    We have grouped together four key stages that a writer goes through.
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    2

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

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    your book

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  • How to Hook an Agent

    Join four literary agents for seminar sessions and lunch. Then pitch your novel directly to the agent of your choice in a one-on-one meeting. 

    Bedford Square, London

    26th April 2014 

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Researching Your Children's Book

Researching Your Children's Book

Writer Allan Boroughs explores what can be learned from experiencing a place, rather than simply learning its facts.

Writing the Difficult Third Novel

Writing the Difficult Third Novel

Author Stephen May on, in the immortal words of Hemingway, 'writing hard about what hurts'.

The Fundamentals of Cover Design

The Fundamentals of Cover Design

Graphic designer JD Smith in a three-part series on cover design: here she tells us what you need for your design to work.

Do Your Research

Do Your Research

Writer Polly Courtney on how researching your novel can help you to make sure your characters come to life on the page.

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