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In this month's W&A in Focus we're featuring Turn The Page, a brand new writing competition that marks the return of our popular How to Write a Page-Turner course led by Caroline Green.





























Turn the Page Competition



Are you writing a fast-paced story that propels your readers through twists and turns? Enter our Turn the Page competition to win a place on our How to Write a Page-Turner course.

To enter, simply submit the first chapter of your work-in-progress and our judge, bestselling author and creative writing tutor, Caroline Green, will select the winning story based on how compelled she feels to read on!

Please note: this prize is open to writers of fiction working in any genre.

Entries must be submitted by 12pm, Thursday 30th September.





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How To Write a Page-Turner



Starting 11th October | £350

This six-week course, devised by best-selling author and creative writing tutor, Caroline Green, is designed for writers with a story that hurls their protagonist(s) - and readers! - through the sort of twists and turns synonymous with a can't-put-down, page-turning novel.

Each week, you'll look at a key aspect of constructing a compelling narrative: plot development, pacing, creating characters, building tension, and much more, while attendees will also have the opportunity to receive invaluable bespoke feedback from Caroline on a section of writing.











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The Elements of a Page-Turner




What does it actually mean to write a page-turner?

Get a flavour of working with Caroline by watching this short clip of her discussing some of the essential ingredients required to construct a gripping story.





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...and why you should read for an hour on Weds 8th Sept






















In this month's W&A Events Bulletin we're spotlighting The Writing Process, our series of four masterclasses in association with Book Aid International, and we find out why Read Hour want you to spend some time with a good book.





















Voice

Monday 6th September | 7-8.30pm BST



Voice is a word that is often banded around by publishers and literary agents. But what does it mean for a writer?

In this masterclass, best-selling author Abi Daré will show you the tools you need to develop your writing voice, covering everything from sentence structure and tone, to establishing mood and atmosphere.





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Pace and Plot

Tuesday 7th September | 7-8.30pm BST



Every good book needs a plot. Whether you're a plotter or a pantser, you need to understand the structure of your story.

Author Femi Kayode will lead this masterclass on Pace and Plot, where you'll learn how storytelling and pacing work hand in hand to result in a book that will keep your readers turning the page.





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Claiming Your Space as a Writer


"The more I developed the character(s), the more I became concerned that I was becoming alienated from the story."




In this extract from his article for the Writers' & Artists' Yearbook, Femi Kayode talks about how he turned his creative compulsion into an award-winning reality.




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Character Development

Wednesday 8th September | 7-8.30pm BST



Characters are the heart of every story and as a writer, your job is to create characters that your readers will want to spend time with.

At our third evening masterclass, author Deepa Anappara will share her expertise on the craft of developing character arcs as well as how writers can balance their main characters and supporting cast.





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Establishing a Sense of Place

Thursday 9th September | 7-8.30pm BST



A strong sense of place is the anchor for any story as it allows your readers to immerse themselves in your world.

Join author Francine Toon for a masterclass on how you can establish the world you're writing through character, viewpoint, tense and dialogue.





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Establishing Place


"It can also be helpful to use surroundings as a ‘palette’ to describe aspects of your characters or vice versa. A fishmonger might see snow as the colour of hake for example."




Ahead of her W&A masterclass, author Francine Toon shares five tips on creating an authentic sense of place.




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A percentage of all ticket sales from our masterclasses goes towards helping Book Aid international reach people all over the world with the brand new books they need to change their lives.

Read the story of one refugee who believes access to new books is key to rebuilding his life following displacement.

Every £2 Book Aid International receives helps to send another book to someone like Mayol.

































Bringing Read Hour To The UK


"Reading increases empathy, widens the imagination and understanding of different people, cultures and societies – all important skills for building a better future."




Olli Alanen, executive director of Finland's Children and Youth Foundation, on the origins of Read Hour, and why it's so important to get involved.




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W&A: Accessible To All








Click here to see the bursaries made available by W&A for 2021 events and courses.

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Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2022

The bestselling guide to all you need to know about how to get published.





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Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2022

The indispensable guide to writing for children and young adults.





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W&A Guide To How To Write

Novelist William Ryan introduces the techniques needed to construct, craft and draft a novel.





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Writers on Writing

A gift for every book lover in your life, Writers on Writing brings together the best words of wisdom and wit from writers across the ages.





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And what does a publishing house actually look like?





















This month's W&A on Publishing includes: advice for self-publishing authors searching for a freelance editor, guidance on becoming a copywriter, disabled writers in publishing, and an archive piece providing an overview of the various departments within a publishing house.





















Hiring a Freelance Editor



'Since self-published books forgo the rigorous editing performed when a book is acquired by a publisher, hiring a freelance editor is a must.'


In this abridged version of her article for the Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2022, Jenny Bowman has helpful advice for the self-publishing children's author on how to set about hiring the ideal editor.





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Becoming a Successful Copywriter



'Copywriters use words to attract attention and to persuade readers to behave in a certain way.'


Carina Martin explains the multitude of roles that fall under the banner of copywriting and offers pointers for breaking into the industry.





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Labyrinths and Layers: My Unread Stories and Disability in Literature



'As a writer with a rebellious punky past and a passionate campaigner for equality, I never condone censorship. But disabled writers feel censored within mainstream publishing.'


Read this important post from Penny Pepper, who draws attention to an alarming lack of voices from disabled writers.





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From the Vault: What Does a Publishing House Look Like?



'There is a long line of individuals who – along with your agent, if you have one – will influence how your book reads and looks, and how it is promoted and sells.'


Ever wondered how a publishing house is structured? Alysoun Owen explains all in this extract from the Writers' & Artists' Guide to Getting Published.





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Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2022



The bestselling guide to all you need to know about how to get published.




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Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2022



The indispensable guide to writing for children and young adults.




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W&A Guide to How to Write



Novelist William Ryan introduces the techniques needed to construct, craft and draft a novel.




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The Right Word



A writer's toolkit that offers comprehensive guidance on grammar, vocabulary, and literary terms.




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In this month's W&A on Writing, Kylie Fitzpatrick offers tips on how to identify your hero's journey, our Working-Class Writers' Prize 2021 shortlist is revealed, and Valerie French wrestles with that question we've all encountered: Is my writing any good?







The Call To Adventure

















"We are drawn again and again to this story model because the quest reflects life. Or at least, how we like to imagine life is or can be."


Ahead of her one-off masterclass on the hero's journey story framework, author, editor and creative writing lecturer Kylie Fitzpatrick offers guidance on how you can identify the call to adventure of your own lead protagonists.





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Advanced Creative Nonfiction



"[A] smart and clear-headed look at a genre that prizes uncertainty and seeking."


Offering expert instruction to writers of creative nonfiction (such as memoir, lyric essay, and travel writing), Advanced Creative Nonfiction: A Writer's Guide and Anthology publishes next week and is packed with writing prompts and practical advice on revision, editing, research and publishing.





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Is My Writing Any Good?



"Maybe oozing self-belief is crucial to being a great artist. In which case, should I have given up on the spot?"


In a candid post about battling self-doubt, Valerie French offers insight and tips on the power of putting your writing out there.





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Shortlist Announced



Acclaimed author Paul Mendez selects this year's winner in September.


We've had the tough task of whittling down entries to this year's Working-Class Writers' Prize to a shortlist of just five. Find out more...





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The Fundamentals of Fiction














Fiction Writing: Fundamentals is an introduction to the essential elements of the writing process. This popular course, led by acclaimed author William Ryan, is perfect for writers of any genre either with just the beginnings of an idea, or with a first draft but in need of guidance.

Over four weeks participants can expect to receive invaluable feedback on story structure and prose in the form of discussion and peer-to-peer review, plus individual feedback from William himself.

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Log in or create an account (it's free!) with writersandartists.co.uk, then head to your dashboard area and the 'Exclusive offers and discounts' tile to find a discount code for 10% off Fiction Writing: Fundamentals. Only limited spaces are available, though, so move quickly to guarantee your place!




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Improve Your First Draft


"The first questions I ask are nearly always about the plot. I want to make sure my novel works as a story and, ideally, a story that’s worth reading [...] It sounds a bit wishy washy, but a good story is nearly always fundamental to writing good fiction."




A collection of five free advice articles from William Ryan, each focussing on essential aspects of the writing and re-writing process. Read here



















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Click here to see the bursaries made available by W&A for 2021 events and courses

Please also note that payment instalment plans are available for all W&A events, writing courses, and editing services. Contact W&A Admin on writersandartists@bloomsbury.com so that we can find a payment schedule that works for you.
































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Head to writersandartists.co.uk to read a whole host of abridged articles from authors and industry professionals to give you a flavour of our 2022 Yearbooks!























In this newsletter, we're focusing on our newly updated W&A Listings subscriptions, designed to give you access to the ultimate publishing database at the click of a button! Read on to find out what's new this year...





























What's New?



Our team of editors updates the contents of each Yearbook annually, ensuring that you have access the most up-to-date publishing industry contacts.

If you purchase a W&A Listings subscription today, your annual subscription will include:


· 362 literary agencies


· 1,345 book and audio publishers


· 792 magazines and newspapers


· 300 awards, prizes and festivals


· 356 societies and associations


· 130 self-publishing providers


· 85 creative writing courses


PLUS, picture agencies and libraries, literary agents from European and non-English speaking countries and much, much more.



















A Guide to your W&A Listings Subscription






Our W&A Listings subscriptions are designed to give you access to the ultimate publishing database at the click of a button. We've put together a useful guide to show you how you can use your subscription on the path to publication.

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Good Things Come In Threes...



There are three different types of W&A Listings subscription available to purchase on our site.


















WAYB



This subscription contains all of the contacts from the Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2022.


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CWAYB



If you only write children's and YA fiction, this subscription contains all of the contacts from the Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2022.


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WAYB+



Access all contacts from 2022 editions of both the Writers' & Artists' Yearbook and the Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook.


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Questions?


Whether you're not sure which W&A Listings subscription to go for, or would like some general advice, contact us at writersandartists@bloomsbury.com.


























































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