Whether you dream of writing a picture book, an adventure novel for eight year olds, non-fiction or a chapter book series.

The business of books in Britain has transformed dramatically from the 1970s to today. The UK publishing industry of the 1970s would hardly recognise itself in 2025. Back then, cigarette smoke filled offices in London’s West End handled typewritten manuscripts delivered by post to a business dominated by gentlemanly agreements and a fixed book price system.

This no-nonsense guide isn’t here to sell you a dream. It’s here to help you navigate the reality of freelancing.

Creating, designing and writing for reluctant readers requires creativity, empathy, and a few innovative techniques.

Imagine creating the blueprint for a book concept, compelling enough that the books become bestsellers - then your credit is removed.

We’ll explore the secrets to writing Christmas stories for children, with practical tips, a list of inspiring examples.

Once upon a time, a long time ago storytelling for children was dominated by magical kingdoms, brave knights, and fire-breathing dragons.

Writing for children with special needs presents unique and fulfilling challenges. Whether you’re creating a story, an educational resource,

David Antram is the celebrated illustrator who works in an astonishing variety of styles, yet he is perhaps best known for his caricatures.

Once your creative work is out there in the world, how do you ensure that your intellectual property (IP) is properly protected?

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.

In our world overflowing with distractions, the act of picking up and opening a book can feel revolutionary.

Young children are remarkabl visual readers. They can absorb busy scenes and bold, simple images with the same ease.

Shirley Willis Salariya has worked in a variety of art styles and always embraced experimentation.

Difficult topics have always been part of the mix. From the loss of a parent in "Bambi" to the themes of war and displacement.

The importance of diversity in kid's books goes beyond political correctness. It's about giving every child the opportunity to see themselve

Most people encounter rejection in various forms throughout their lives, whether in small, everyday situations or more significant moments.

To research for accuracy in a historical children's book, use primary sources, consult secondary sources, visit historical sites.

The idea of Victor Frankenstein's notebook intrigued me and I started to think about what a student of anatomy would learn 19th Century.

Specialised jargon and acronyms have become deeply embedded in business communication, evolving as industries and technologies advance.