Studio Notes

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.

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.

Engage young minds with You Wouldn’t Want To Be... book workshop! Kids explore history, creativity, and teamwork by making their own book

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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!

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.

To prepare your children's novel for publishing, edit thoroughly, seek feedback from beta readers, and hire a professional editor.

For children's book dialogue, use simple, age-appropriate language, keep sentences short, and avoid complex words.

Illustrator and Writer Carolyn Scrace chooses her Top Ten Books from her wide portfolio of published work.

A Beta reader is an English term from the information technology and software industry, where beta testers attempt to identify problems in a

A children's book manuscript typically ranges from 100  to 1,000 words for picture books aimed at preschoolers, to early reader chapter book

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.