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Freelance Like a Pro: Hard Truths That Will Make or Break Your Career
This no-nonsense guide isn’t here to sell you a dream. It’s here to help you navigate the reality of freelancing.
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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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Behind the Pages: Shirley Willis on Art & Story
Shirley Willis Salariya has worked in a variety of art styles and always embraced experimentation.
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The Art of Rejection: How to Use 'No' as Your Launchpad for Success
Most people encounter rejection in various forms throughout their lives, whether in small, everyday situations or more significant moments.
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Research Tips & Tricks for Writing Children's Historical Fiction & Non Fiction
To research for accuracy in a historical children's book, use primary sources, consult secondary sources, visit historical sites.
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What's new? What Are the Trends in Children's Book Publishing in 2025? by David Salariya
By the time 'Trends' are spotted - they are probably over or fading - so lets take a look at trends in children's book publishing for 2024.
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Behind the Pages: Illustrator Carolyn Scrace Shares Her Top 10 Children’s Books (and the Stories Behind Them)
Illustrator and Writer Carolyn Scrace chooses her Top Ten Books from her wide portfolio of published work.
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Peter Cook Shares Insights Into His Career Spanning Over Four Decades, Working On CD-ROMs And Digital Encyclopaedias.
Peter Cook shares insights into his career spanning over four decades, working on CD Rom and Digital Encyclopaedias.
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Do Children's Book Publishers Find Illustrators? What Every Aspiring Author Needs to Know
Children's books are a cornerstone of literature, capturing the imaginations of young readers and shaping their worldviews.
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It’s Only a Book!
In the world of publishing - the selling of book ideas, the rights eightsome reel — every step matters. Every fair, every pitch, every deadl
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