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14 min read
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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4 min read
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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22 min read
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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6 min read
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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7 min read
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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7 min read
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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13 min read
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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17 min read
What's new? What Are the Trends in Children's Book Publishing in 2025?
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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8 min read
Publishing for Young Minds: A Guide to Navigating the UK Children's Book Market
To prepare your children's novel for publishing, edit thoroughly, seek feedback from beta readers, and hire a professional editor.
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9 min read
20 Tips for Writing Dialogue in Children’s Books
For children's book dialogue, use simple, age-appropriate language, keep sentences short, and avoid complex words.
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14 min read
Book Makers - Behind The Pages: Carolyn Scrace Chooses Her Top Ten Books
Illustrator and Writer Carolyn Scrace chooses her Top Ten Books from her wide portfolio of published work.
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4 min read
Names are powerful, they act as an identity marker and a kind of map, locating you in time and geography.
As creators of books, we invest not only our time and creativity but also a part of ourselves into our works, for us it is never ‘just a job
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