Archive - Words and Pictures with Naomi and James Jones

Words and Pictures with Grace Olson

On discovering new skills for self-promotion, top tips for self-publication and the importance of a good editor

Jul 25 •

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What is the best time of year to approach an agent?

And why publishing slows down over the summer

Jul 21 •

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Words and Pictures with Louie Stowell

The importance of perspective, self promotion vs a publisher's marketing budget and why rejection is the breakfast of champions.

Jul 18 •

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How to become more resilient

Discover how to develop resilience and why it's essential if you want to get published

Jul 14 •

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Words and Pictures with Simon Mole

From performance poet to published author

Jul 11 •

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How to find your dream agent

Where to look and what questions to ask

Jul 7 •

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Words and Pictures with Hannah Gold

Finding success later in life, trusting your instincts and what to do when writing feels lonely

Jul 4 •

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Submission opportunities for children's authors and illustrators plus industry news

June 2025 publishing round up

Jul 1 •

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June 2025

How to promote your book during publication week

From events to bookshop signings and why cake is essential

Jun 30 •

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Words and Pictures with Sarah Tagholm

Why writers should have another job, the benefits of doing a course and why she blocks out time to write

Jun 27 •

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The ten most common mistakes made by writers

And how to fix them

Jun 23 •

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Words and Pictures with Anna Wilson

Why it's important to be brave, share work regularly and why daily habits matter

Jun 20 •

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