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Books, Business and Big Tech: The Radical Reinvention of UK Publishing Since the 1970s
From the Net Book Agreement to audiobooks, AI authors and supermarket shelves - how British publishing transformed over five decades. T...
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Why The Great Gatsby Still Matters – F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Legacy in Modern Literature
Today, The Great Gatsby is enshrined as the Great American Novel. It's not just literature - it’s a cultural metronome, ticking through the decades with unnerving relevance. Every generation rediscovers Gatsby, and in doing so, sees itself reflected in the mirrored surface of Jay Gatsby’s champagne-soaked lifestyle.
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So You Want to Work in Publishing?
Publishing: a world of book fairs, tote bags, and people who can write an 80,000-word novel but still don’t know how to use Track Changes.
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"The Universe is Made of Stories, Not of Atoms"
Muriel Rukeyser wrote, "that stories, not atoms, comprise the universe." In her 1968 poem "The Speed of Darkness".
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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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How Do I Handle Difficult Topics in Children's Books?
Difficult topics have always been part of the mix. From the loss of a parent in "Bambi" to the themes of war and displacement.
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Publishing Jargon Decoded: A Glossary of Key Terms Every Author Should Know
Specialised jargon and acronyms have become deeply embedded in business communication, evolving as industries and technologies advance.
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What Software Should I Use to Design A Children’s Book?
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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How Do I Create Interactive E-books for Children?
To create interactive e-books for children, start with a well structured story, and integrate audio narration, animations, games, and sound
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Getting Feedback from Child Readers: A Guide for Authors
A Beta reader is an English term from the information technology and software industry, where beta testers attempt to identify problems in a
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David Salariya Interviewed: Unlocking the Power of ‘Words and Pictures’ in Books for Children
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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Essential Steps for Getting Your Children's Picture Book Published
People who work with children aren't usually considered to be less skilful than those who do the same work with adults, so why is it the...
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Suffering With A Smile
D'ARCY SARDONE 24 Jan 2024 The Hitchcockian Twist in David Salariya's Darkly Humorous World ir The Hitchcockian Twist in David Salariya's...
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