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Megaphone Writers Cic @megaphonewriters.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

Shocked at the imminent closure of the Good Agency, and deeply sorry for everyone who's affected. I can't understand what happened. This is a unique, innovative arts business - exactly what we're always being told we should create. www.thebookseller.com/news/the-goo...

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The Good Literary Agency founders 'heartbroken' to close agency after funding bid 'fails'

The Good Literary Agency (TGLA) will close at the end of March with all staff, including agents, being made redundant.

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Lui Sit @lui-land.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

In lieu of the recent CLPE report, I’m offering a submissions package review (1st 3 chapters, synopsis & query letter) to an ESEA contemporary MG writer. To apply, please email me a bit about yourself and your MG at lui@lui-land.co.uk by Dec 31, 2024. I’ll choose the recipient in early Jan 2025.

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Molly Templeton @mollytempleton.com · 04/12/2024

some conversations this morning have me wondering: book folks, what do you wish there were more of in how books are covered? and by that I mean: lists? reviews? columns? themed essays? straight-up recommendations? something else I've never thought of?

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 05/12/2024

📢 Don't miss this #BookTrustRepresents competition! We want children to share reviews of books in which they feel their identity is authentically represented. Discover our superstar judges, the incredible prizes (including a £3000 library) and how to enter 👇 www.booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/p...

An illustration of a girl in school uniform holding a big pile of books, plus the words: "The Book That Represents Me - enter the competition" and the logos for BookTrust Represent and Enterprise Mobility

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Megaphone Writers Cic @megaphonewriters.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Please have a look at this, ESEA writers! Great opportunity here from www.lui-land.co.uk

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Lui Sit - Lui Land

Lui Sit author website

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Megaphone Writers Cic @megaphonewriters.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Here's a great opportunity for free mentorship! Head to Instagram for details of how to apply...

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Megaphone Writers Cic @megaphonewriters.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

#publishing #literaryagent #kidlit #publishers #reflectingrealities - discover the talented children's and YA writers who've been mentored by Megaphone Writers CIC and @allstorieswrite.bsky.social in our e-booklet. DM us for a copy!

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Rachel Mann @rachelpmann.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Writers of this better place: I’m closing submissions soon but before I do, I’d love some final books to sell! Here’s my #mswl: High-concept YA - if it includes & addresses untold histories / historically marginalized characters, all the better YA horror - ALL OF IT

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Seema McArdle @seemamcardle.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

What's your favourite #BookOfTheYear for adults? I've read many FAB #books but the one that left a lasting impression (this needs a film adaptation!!) is #NorthernBoy by @ihussainwriter.bsky.social 👌🏼💖 @waterstones.bsky.social @foylesforbooks.bsky.social @megaphonewriters.bsky.social #Abba #book

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Megaphone Writers Cic @megaphonewriters.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

This is crucial work to be carried out long-term, thanks again to CLPE. It's disappointing to see the drop in overall presence of racially minoritised characters - but I'm shocked by the *halving* of books with racially minoritised main characters.

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Megaphone Writers Cic @megaphonewriters.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

So delighted to hear that our 2020-21 mentee Munira Jannath has won the Faber books' FAB prize publishers' text category! Congratulations Munira!

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Louie Stowell @louiestowell.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

This is such sad news. Please please buy from them if you can!

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Rashmi Sirdeshpande @rashmiwriting.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

An excellent and hugely important book. Love everything by Catherine Johnson. A phenomenal writer.

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Joanna Moult @joannamoult.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Some new UK literary agents, reviewers and publishers on this starter pack now. Please do let me know if you want to be added to the list! go.bsky.app/kRfNFe

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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

We're celebrating #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth with beautiful titles from #NativeAmerican authors and illustrators! Help us spread joy by donating a copy of your favorite book from our #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth WISHLIST!! Link in bio to Give Books, Get Books, Volunteer, and Donate!

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Maisie Chan 🐼 CHI CHI THE PANDA out now! 🎋 @maisiechanwrites.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

I've spoken to 2000+ kids this month thanks to librarians and teachers. Thanks for coming to my talks. The best question today: Are you a cat person or a dog person? Answer: I was a cat person and now I'm a dog person. People change!

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Ben Davis @bendavisauthor.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

If any journos are planning thinkpieces on how tough it is to make a living in the arts, have this for free: I just used my Society of Authors card to scrape the windscreen of my post van.

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CLPE @theclpe.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

#TBT to CLiPPA 2024! 🎉 The CLiPPA (Centre for Literacy in Primary Poetry Award) is the only award that celebrates outstanding poetry published for children in the UK. Sign-up to take part in the CLiPPA 2025 shadowing scheme via our website! clpe.org.uk/poetry/CLiPPA #CLiPPA #ChildrensPoetry

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CLiPPA — The CLPE Poetry Award | Centre for Literacy in Primary Education

'The Final Year' by Matt Goodfellow, illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton and published by Otter-Barry Books is the winner of this year's CLiPPA Award! The full CLiP...

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Laila Rifaat @lailarifaat.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

To those of you who don't know me: I'm Laila. I write MG fiction, mostly set in an alternate Egypt, which is where I live (well, in the real version). I've got 2 books out with Chicken House, and one on the way! Pleased to meet you! #kidlit #kidlituk #mglit

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Santhya Shenbagam @santhyaillustrates.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

I'm a represented artist and would love to answer questions for illustrators who are looking for representation. . Comment your questions below ⬇️ I will try to answer as much as I can 😊

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Eleni Kyriacou @elenikwriter.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

An award for writers over 60 👇this is a great idea @bridportprize.bsky.social

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Maisie Chan 🐼 CHI CHI THE PANDA out now! 🎋 @maisiechanwrites.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Good morning new followers! I'm a award-winning children's author. My first novel for children came out in 2021 and was called Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths. I also write the Tiger Warrior series and am a Murder Club author (The Super Sunny Murder Club) Here is my website www.maisiechan.com

Bright children's books. A Chinese face with glasses smiles in the centre.

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Brian LaRossa @brianlarossa.com · 20/11/2024

Hey #kidlit illustrators, I'm a children’s publishing #art director. To celebrate Bluesky’s recent 20M user milestone I’d like to gift a FREE one hour Zoom portfolio-review/coaching-session. 1. Reply w/ your art. 2. Random winner. 3. No DMs please. I will look closely at every reply! 💙❤️

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Angela J Reynolds @angelajrey.bsky.social · 29/10/2024

Swathed in nighttime blues, the illustrations flow across the pages. The rhymed words create a lullaby, based on traditional Indian songs. A rhyming refrain pulls it all together. Perfect for evening storytime. #kidlit 📚👍🏼

Book cover of “It’s time to hush and say goodnight” by Chitra Soundar. Illustrations by Sandhya Prabat

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Mostly Book Talk @mostlybooktalk.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Hello! Reposting a thread of starter packs to help anyone spending their Sunday trying to find UK children’s book people. Most are being updated so if you checked them before, you may find new additions. #kidlitUK These two are (mainly) UK children's authors go.bsky.app/GLnmxCv go.bsky.app/3hvsJPY

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A. M. Dassu (Az) @amdassu.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Who said boys don’t read? This has to be my favourite review of any of my books. What a delivery! Blown away! Hugest thanks bros.withwords 💜

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CLPE @theclpe.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Looking for some non-fiction books for your classroom? Our brilliant Librarian Phoebe, has chosen her favourite non-fiction texts from our Power of Reading collection, to celebrate #NonFictionNovember! Watch this video to find out more...

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SelfMadeHero @selfmadehero.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Are you a graphic novelist looking to make your published debut? The First Graphic Novel Award is back for 2025 thanks to Arts Council England!📚🖌 ✨Submissions open January 9th!✨ 🔗http://firstgraphicnovel.co.uk @firstgraphicnovel.bsky.social #firstgraphicnovelaward #FGNA2025 #FGNA

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