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Laura Bennett

@losbennett.bsky.social
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Literary Agent at the Liverpool Literary Agency with a focus on underrepresented SFF writers. More info & submissions: www.liverpool-literary.agency She/her.

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I Am In Print @iaminprint.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Calling #fantasy writers! Would you like direct, personalised advice from a #literaryagent on your #query package? Book an #Agent121 with: 15 Sep - Isabel Lineberry 15 Sep - Kirsten Lang 22 Sep - @losbennett.bsky.social www.iaminprint.co.uk #fantasywriter #fanfiction #amwritingfantasy #writing
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Captain Jean-Luc Picard: What Is The Point Of This Fantasy?
ALT: Captain Jean-Luc Picard: What Is The Point Of This Fantasy?
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I Am In Print @iaminprint.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Did you know @losbennett.bsky.social has found several authors, inc @sophiavahdati.bsky.social & K.N.Milde through our #Agent121 room? Laura is available for 1-2-1 slots on 22 Sept. She loves adult/YA #SFF, inc steampunk, post-apocalyptic, urban, supernatural & #dystopian. Book: www.iaminprint.co.uk
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I Am In Print @iaminprint.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Are you a #fantasywriter hoping to noticed by a #litagent? Our #Agent121 service allows you to receive direct advice from a literary agent on your submission. www.iaminprint.co.uk 09 Sep - @katieblagden.bsky.social 15 Sep - Isabel Lineberry 15 Sep - Kirsten Lang 22 Sep - @losbennett.bsky.social
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Gareth Wood @garethwoodwrites.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Here’s the link to last week’s BBC radio interview: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... In two parts, my segments are time stamped at 41mins and 1hr 8mins. I chat all things ‘To Those from Below’, getting signed by the wonderful @losbennett.bsky.social and writing the weird in general. Hope you enjoy it!
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Toni McDonald on BBC Hereford & Worcester - Paul Shuttleworth sits in (06/07/2026) - BBC Sounds
What you need to know where you live with Paul.
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I Am In Print @iaminprint.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Would you like advice on your SFF submission package? The lovely @losbennett.bsky.social is available for #Agent121s on 8 June. Laura loves adult/YA #sciencefiction and fantasy, including steampunk, post-apocalyptic, urban, supernatural, and dystopian. Book: www.iaminprint.co.uk #writingabook
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UFO Alien Steals Books
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Comma Press @commapress.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
AGENTING DEEP DIVE SESSION w/ Laura Bennett✍📚 Ever thought about becoming a literary agent but don't know how to get started? Join Liverpool Literary Agency's @losbennett.bsky.social for this practical deep-dive session into the work of a literary agent. 🎟️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/publishing...
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Awwww I’m honoured!
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Rachel Handley 🏳️‍🌈 @rachelahandley.com · 23/03/2026
Come write some philosophical fiction with me in Liverpool! The workshop is free, fun, and you'll get lots of writing done! Everyone is welcome, all you'll need is a pen and paper, and there's no need to book ✍️ #philsky #philosophymatters @thebpa.bsky.social @livunienglish.bsky.social #Liverpool
Poster which reads: Writing Philosophical Fiction with Dr Rachel Handley.
When: Wednesday 25th March 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Saturday 28th March 1 pm to 3 pm. Where: Liverpool Central Library, Hornby Library. All writers welcome! All is need is a pen and paper.

Participants will produce several pieces of flash fiction during this two-hour workshop. Designed for adults, the workshop introduces key philosophical themes found in different parts of both literature and philosophy and guides participants in writing in response to those themes. We will look at topics such as the climate crisis, what it means to be a person, and oppression. 

Rachel is a lecturer in philosophy, a science fiction author, and a poet. Their writing has been published by Arlen House, The Liminal Review, Sonder Magazine, and Poetry Ireland, among others. Alongside their teaching in philosophy, they often teach creative writing. Most recently, they facilitated a workshop at York Literature Festival.

The poster includes logos for Liverpool City Council, Liverpool Central Library, the British Philosohical Association, The University of Liverpool, and #philosophymatters

For enquiries, contact Tom Bunyard at t.bunyard@liverpool.ac.uk
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Dr Mike Hollows/MJ Hollows He/Him @mikehollows.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
I wrote this article about Writing and ADHD for @profwriting.bsky.social [tinyurl.com/yxvp2rh4](www.profwritingacademy.com/finding-my-p...) #Writing #Neurodivergence #ADHD
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Finding my place in the writing world (Creative Writing and ADHD)
PWA tutor Mike Hollows on how he embraced his neurodivergence, found his creative process, and turned challenges into storytelling success.
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Gareth Wood @garethwoodwrites.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Seeing my profile on the Liverpool Lit Agency site is a wicked way to start 2026! Thanks to my brilliant agent @losbennett.bsky.social on we go! www.liverpool-literary.agency/authors/gare...
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Gareth Wood — Liverpool Literary Agency
Writer of urban folk horror/fantasy with a strong (loud) working class voice, proudly born and raised in South Birmingham, UK. Titles include ‘At Night, White Bracken’ (out everywhere now) and ‘To Tho...
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I Am In Print @iaminprint.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Writing fantasy? Find out if a #literaryagent thinks your query package is out of this world. Book a January #Agent121 with: 8th - Liza DeBlock 12th - Helen Lane 15th - @losbennett.bsky.social 15th - @jjbker.bsky.social 27th - Kirsten Lang 29th - @katieblagden.bsky.social www.iaminprint.co.uk
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Gabriela Houston - Writer @gabrielahouston.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Today at 8pm UK time! Join us with some questions on writing my and historical Romantasy! @finlaysonpalmer.bsky.social
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Gareth Wood @garethwoodwrites.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
THE BIG NEWS: I’m incredibly excited and beyond delighted to be able to say i have been signed by the wonderful @losbennett.bsky.social at Liverpool Lit Agency. To be represented by Laura means a huge amount to me. This is a massive day for your boy from The Blue City. Down your drinks, on we go.
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Clarkesworld @clarkesworldmagazine.com · 07/11/2025
Good literary translation requires understanding (language, culture, genre--on both sides of the translation) and an ability to write well. "AI" can't do that. There are no shortcuts. Treat your work and foreign language readers with the respect they deserve. You won't fool anyone with this.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
There are a lot of tall men. My neck hurts sometimes.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Same. I am currently being Bothered by cats. My child will return soon.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
I wouldn’t have dared to go near the dealer’s room with you.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Aww it was lovely to see you again!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
It was so lovely to see you!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
It was really lovely meeting you in person!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Your words at the end of the BFS awards were beautiful and inspiring. ❤️
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
Next time!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
Nice to briefly meet you in person!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
I saw you. I love you. ❤️
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
Had a brilliant weekend at World FantasyCon! What a wonderful group of people and it was so lovely to meet up with friends old and new.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
One of my trains was cancelled entirely. Thankfully we have alternates.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Hope to see you there!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
See you later!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
See you soon!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
On my way to Brighton for WFC! Say hi if you see me. I have partially purple hair so I’m fairly distinctive.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Pretty much how I got through university to be honest.
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Mike Brooks @mikebrooks668.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Since the article itself is paywalled... my new novel is called THIS IS WHERE THE FUTURE BLEEDS, which @losbennett.bsky.social sold to @titanbooks.bsky.social earlier this year. It's a fantasy adventure in a queer-normative world featuring fractured futures, sapphic romance, and giant wasps.
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Mike Brooks @mikebrooks668.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
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Titan snags ‘refreshingly original’ fantasy adventure from Mike Brooks
Titan Books has acquired a new fantasy adventure novel from The God-King Chronicles author Mike Brooks.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Proud to be the 4,231st backer 😎 on @BackerKit Crowdfunding for The Dungeon Crawler Carl: CROCODILE graphic novel! www.backerkit.com/c/projects/v...
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The Dungeon Crawler Carl: CROCODILE graphic novel
Hello, Crawlers! We're so pleased to invite you to CROCODILE, Dungeon Crawler Carl's first official graphic novel expansion. Now get out there and kill, kill, ki--er, pledge!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 28/09/2025
I have no voice today!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
I know, right? Took us long enough.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
Lovely seeing you in person!
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Looking forward to meeting you for real!
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Lily Lawson @lifelovelily22.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
My #StarterPack of the day is #querying - the folks in the trenches . If you are querying and want to be included please reply to this post. go.bsky.app/DgvXt8z
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Fly on the Wall Press @flyonthewallpress.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Calling book lovers! Sat 27 Sep | Mcr Central Library Meet indie northern publishers & discover unique titles! Get publication Qs answered at our 'chatty table' with agents Plus! The Fly on the Wall Press Publishing Training Academy launches here! fly-on-the-wall-press.eventcube.io/events/87204...
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I Am In Print @iaminprint.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
🚨 Still time to book an #Agent121 with @losbennett.bsky.social on 23 Sept. Laura loves adult & YA SFF inc. steampunk, post-apocalyptic, urban fantasy, #supernatural , dystopian & more. Bring on the bold worlds & complicated relationships! www.iaminprint.co.uk #MSWL #scifi #scifibooks #writing
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Sylvia Leatham @sylvialeatham.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
It’s finally here! Publication day! And not, as my phone keeps autocorrecting it, ‘pub location’ day. 😂 ‘Chaos Theory’ has been nurtured for 4.5 years, and now it’s finally out in the world, going on its own adventures. You can get it as paperback, e-book and audiobook. Linktr.ee/SylviaLeatham
Book cover for Chaos Theory, paperback. Chocolates spelling out “Happy pub day to you!” Beside a book and a cuddly robot. Audiobook on a phone screen. Kindle book ‘Chaos Theory’.
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Sylvia Leatham @sylvialeatham.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
I loved doing this interview with @cbcreative.bsky.social. My book #ChaosTheory is out Friday! @losbennett.bsky.social @stormbooksco.bsky.social
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
September is “back to school” month!
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Sylvia Leatham @sylvialeatham.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
My book #ChaosTheory will be out very soon! If you’re in Dublin on Sept 14, I’d love to see you at the launch, hosted by the mighty @chaptersbookstore.bsky.social . It’s been nerve wracking seeing early reviews, but I’ve been blown away by the response! Get tix for the launch via link in my bio.
Invite to the book launch for Chaos Theory at Chapters on Sunday 14 September, 2pm. What readers are saying about Chaos Theory:

'I loved, loved, loved this book. What a fabulous and original read. Excellent from beginning to end!' Reader review

'What a jaunt! This is a fabulous romp full of fun involving robots, technology, tourism, and love. Get on board and go for a ride. You won't regret it.' Reader review

'I was delighted with this story. There were giggles, tears and mild peril but it left me with a smile and feeling hopeful... beautifully entwines threads of modern issues with the timeless quest for meaning and love.' Reader review

'Sylvia Leatham does an amazing job in writing this book... The concept worked so well and I was invested in the feel of this world. The characters were so interesting.' Reader review,
'Humorous, thought-provoking, interesting.' Reader review

'Funny, endearing and very on trend. A fun read which brightens up your day. Very light-hearted and perfect to read on the beach in one sitting.' Reader review
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I Am In Print @iaminprint.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
Are you a #fantasywriter ready to take your storytelling to new realms? If you're creating tales of mythical creatures or weaving magical adventures book an #Agent121 with a #litagent at www.iaminprint.co.uk #WritingTips 23 Sep - @losbennett.bsky.social 2 Oct - Liza DeBlock 17 Oct - Ciara Finan
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Tom Gauld @tomgauld.bsky.social · 18/08/2025
My latest cartoon for @theguardian.com books
Title: Who should you get to represent your book? 

Elvish warrior or Literary agent 

A  large venn diagram of two overlapping ovals.

In the Elvish warrior's section:

1. Can talk to trees and sense evil 

2. Possesses an enchanted Blade 

3. Centuries of experience 

In the central overlap section for both:

1. Trusted And honest advisor 

2. Protection From cutpurses and brigands 

3.  Loyal companion 

In the Literary Agent's section:

1. Good Relationships With publishers

2. Great eye For contracts 

3. Pays For lunch 

Tip: if possible, get both. But if forced to choose, lunch probably swings it for the agent.
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Laura Bennett @losbennett.bsky.social · 24/08/2025
Pretty sure I’m more of a dwarf or a hobbit than an elf but I’ll definitely take it!
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Jason Okundaye @jaseokundaye.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
I wrote about the decision myself and other authors took to withdraw from the longlist of the Polari Book Prizes for LGBTQ+ writers www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Why I withdrew my book from an LGBTQ+ literary prize | Jason Okundaye
The Polari first book prize claims to promote trans rights and trans voices. But when I saw the longlist, I had to act, says Guardian writer Jason Okundaye
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