AUTHOR RESOURCES Here you'll find some useful resources for writing and publishing. First, under development, a guide to UK publishers and authors, by genre, to help with your research and the submission process. Then a list of recommended colleagues whose services complement mine who can help you with the various aspects of publishing and marketing your book. And finally, some websites that may come in handy.
GUIDE TO UK PUBLISHERS AND AGENTS You've written a book, and you've polished it ready to submit to publishers/agents for consideration. But which ones do you try? Who's going to be interested in your book? Which publishers accept unsolicited manuscripts? What's the current advice on covering letters/synopses? Currently under development, The Book Specialist Guide to UK Publishers and Agents will point you in the right direction on the road to publication. Check back soon to access the new guide.
RECOMMENDED COLLEAGUES The following are companies and freelancers I work with whose services I am happy to recommend to my clients.
| Company | Service |
| AcEDemy | Specialised academic editing and proofreading services |
| Arty Pup | Innovative illustrator and collage artist |
| Booked PR | Brilliant book publicist with an impressive track record in getting results |
| Creative Keane | The best web designer I know; this site is thanks to her |
| Ebooks By Design | Expert ebook conversion services |
| Matador | Well-respected self-publishing company; recommended in the Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook and my partner in The Novel Prize |
| Sarah Bird Photography | Fabulous photographer for author photos; her photo of Robyn Young is my favourite |
USEFUL WEBSITES FOR AUTHORS
An eclectic mix of websites I recommend to authors.
Authonomy: HarperCollins' website that helps unpublished writers.
Mslexia: For women who write.
Society of Authors: A must-join if you're published.
The Bookseller: Keep up to date with the latest news in publishing.
The Literary Gift Company: All manner of products for writers and readers.
Writers and Artists: Great industry advice for writers and artists.
WriteWords: Community and directory for authors.