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

What happens when a publisher decides the creator of a book no longer matters? When authorship becomes an inconvenience and branding takes centre stage? This article explores why the corporate strategy of erasing origin stories is not just ethically questionable—it’s commercially short-sighted. Books aren't toothpaste. And readers, as it turns out, have very long memories.

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.

In 1495, Gutenberg’s printing press rewrote the rules of power, religion, and knowledge - fueling revolutions and reshaping Europe.

One still lives by the pitching of ideas and editorial meetings, perhaps dog-eared manuscripts in canvas bags are long gone.

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

Travel back to the 1980’s to look at my approach to making non-fiction books for children from the initial concept to publication.

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

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There are many tools out there that it can be overwhelming. I will take you through some of the best software options for designing a children's book to kickstart your creative process!

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One name comes to the forefront in children’s literature, where creativity is unrestricted: David Salariya, known for founding The Salariya Book Company in 1989.

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