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World Book Day Thursday 6th of March 2025
World Book Day is celebrated differently across the globe, with each country adding its own unique traditions and customs.
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Why Peter Pan Has Stood the Test of Time
Why JM Barrie’s story of the boy who never grows up is one of the most enduring children's books to resonate with children & adults.
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The Problems with the 1993 Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations
The 1993 Commercial Agents (Council Problems withDirective) Regulations (CARs) were introduced to bring UK law into compliance with the EEC.


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Proposals for changes to the UK's 1988 Copyright, Designs and Patents Act (CDPA)
The UK's 1988 Copyright, Designs and Patents Act (CDPA) reflect the creative and technological working processes of the late 20th Century.
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John Townsend: From Classroom Tales to 350 Books – An Interview with the Author and Playwright Powered by Rocket Fuel!
John’s path to becoming a writer is as intriguing as his stories. From early days as a teacher writing stories to engage reluctant readers.
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Create Your Own You Wouldn’t Want To Be... Book Workshop for School Kids
Engage young minds with You Wouldn’t Want To Be... book workshop! Kids explore history, creativity, and teamwork by making their own book
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Why Authors Use Pen Names
Using a nom de plume or pen name has been a common practice among authors and artists for centuries. Over the years, I’ve used several names
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In Conversation with Dr. Elesa Zehndorfer: Exploring Leadership, Politics, and Storytelling
Dr. Elesa Zehndorfer is an award-winning leadership and academic researcher, consultant, TEDx speaker, and writer.
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Writing for Reluctant Readers: Tips to Write Books to Hook Kids Who Don't Like to Read Books
Creating, designing and writing for reluctant readers requires creativity, empathy, and a few innovative techniques.
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Book Maker: Creating, Designing Illustrated Non-Fiction Books for Children by David Salariya
Travel back to the 1980’s to look at my approach to making non-fiction books for children from the initial concept to publication.
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Who Really Owns a Book? Why the UK 1988 Copyright Act Needs an Update for Today’s Creators
Imagine creating the blueprint for a book concept, compelling enough that the books become bestsellers - then your credit is removed.
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18 min read
The Art of Writing Christmas Stories for Children
We’ll explore the secrets to writing Christmas stories for children, with practical tips, a list of inspiring examples.
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Beyond Fairytales: Writing Innovative Narratives for the Next Generation of Readers
Once upon a time, a long time ago storytelling for children was dominated by magical kingdoms, brave knights, and fire-breathing dragons.
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How Do I Write for Children with Special Educational Needs (SEND) ? A UK Guide
Writing for children with special needs presents unique and fulfilling challenges. Whether you’re creating a story, an educational resource,
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David Antram: Book Maker,The Maverick Illustrator of the "You Wouldn't Want To Be..!" Series
David Antram is the celebrated illustrator who works in an astonishing variety of styles, yet he is perhaps best known for his caricatures.
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A Ghost in My Own Books: The Existential Adventures of a Schrödinger’s Cat/Author
In this strange business of ours, where we live and die by names, what irony to find myself suddenly nameless. A refresh, they called it.
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"The Universe is Made of Stories, Not of Atoms"
Muriel Rukeyser wrote, "that stories, not atoms, comprise the universe." In her 1968 poem "The Speed of Darkness".
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How Do I Protect My Intellectual Property as a Children's Book Author?
Once your creative work is out there in the world, how do you ensure that your intellectual property (IP) is properly protected?
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An Egg is a Dream: How Ideas Need to Be Nurtured
The Fragility of Ideas
At the heart of this metaphor ‘An Egg is a Dream’ is the whimsy of fragility. an idea starts small and grows.
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Open a Book, Open a World: The Timeless Power of Reading
In our world overflowing with distractions, the act of picking up and opening a book can feel revolutionary.
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