Practical publishing

You work in publishing and/or you are interested in the publishing process and the industry as a whole.

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3 min read

The Life of a Ghostwriter

Andrew Crofts

27th July 2012

Edited

12th October 2020

Andrew Crofts was described in the Independent as 'the king of modern ghosts'. Here he gives an insight into what ghostwriters' lives are really like...

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4 min read

Top Tips for Finding an Agent

Writers & Artists

27th July 2012

Edited

16th December 2020

In the attempt to help you find an agent, here are some top tips for securing their attention.

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3 min read

Interview with Catherine Clarke

Writers & Artists

27th July 2012

Edited

10th December 2024

Catherine Clarke joined Felicity Bryan as an agent in 2001 having been Publishing Director of the trade books department at OUP for several years...

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7 min read

Interview with Alison Baverstock

Writers & Artists

27th July 2012

Edited

28th September 2020

Writers & Artists speak with Alison Baverstock about life as a publishing lecturer and her own writing journey.

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4 min read

Interview with Becky Stradwick

Writers & Artists

27th July 2012

Edited

10th December 2024

Becky Stradwick started working as a children’s bookseller in 1997 and worked in a number of Books etc stores before moving to Borders Head Office...

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7 min read

Interview with Suzanne Collier

Writers & Artists

27th July 2012

Edited

28th September 2020

Careers consultant Suzanne Collier shares her advice for people looking to get into publishing.