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LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION Nicky Lovick has worked as an editor for over twenty years, working for top five publishers. She is now an agent at WGM Talent, building the books list. She is looking for commercial fiction, from upmarket women’s fiction, bookclub, romance, domestic noir and psychological thrillers, to crime series. She loves hooky stories such as Freida McFadden’s The Housemaid and Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware set in confined settings, such as hotels. She’s always on the lookout for romcoms with a fresh, contemporary feel to them such as Emily Henry’s Book Lovers. Also historical fiction with a twist and sweeping family sagas. Nicky wants you to make her laugh, make her cry or keep her hooked.  Nicky would like you to submit a covering letter, 1-2 page synopsis and the opening three chapters of your manuscript in a single word document.  (In addition to the paid sessions, Nicky is kindly offering one free session for low income/underrepresented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Tuesday 14th January 2025

LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION / NON-FICTION Ciara McEllin is building her list as a Junior Agent at Watson Little. She reads widely across book club, upmarket and literary fiction. Within these areas, she is drawn to novels that examine family and relationship dynamics, sexuality, identity, and vulnerability. Ciara is keen to hear from writers who take a fresh approach to these themes, whether that be a new perspective on a traditional narrative or a focus on characters and voices that remain underrepresented: think Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck, Asymmetry by Lisa Halliday or Monkey Grip by Helen Garner. She will always want to read beautifully written novels with a strong sense of place, tangible characters and an essence that stays with you – living deep in your bones – long after you’ve finished reading. Recent reads Ciara has enjoyed include: Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry, Enter Ghost by Isabella Hammad, Close to Home by Michael Magee, Siblings by Brigitte Reimann, Trespasses by Louise Kennedy, The Idiot by Elif Batuman, Highway Blue by Ailsa McFarlane and My Phantoms by Gwendoline Riley. At the moment Ciara is particularly eager to see: - Sexy, sensual and seductive stories that explore desire and sexual boundaries not often represented in literature such as Little Rabbit by Alyssa Songsiridej, Cleanness by Garth Greenwell and Mrs. S by K Patrick - An atmospheric and existential thriller in the vein of Intimacies by Katie Kitamura, In The Cut by Susanna Moore and Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk - An intoxicating coming of-age-tale that captures the aliveness, intelligence and wildness of girlhood like Brutes by Dizz Tate, The Virgin Suicides by Jeffrey Eugenides and The Girls by Emma Cline - Books that are joyful or brutal, particularly those that are both, similar to Headshot by Rita Bullwinkel, Kick the Latch by Kathryn Scanlan and Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan - Stories exploring an Australia or Ireland that is rarely seen in literature for example A Loving, Faithful Animal by Josephine Rowe and Wild Houses by Colin Barrett In non-fiction, Ciara enjoys narrative, memoir and essay collections. She is interested in hearing from experts, academics, critics and journalists writing about society, culture and food, and excited by writers seeking to revise, reshape or revolutionise the conversation in their area of expertise. Some of her favourite non-fiction titles include How To Survive A Plague by David France, The Transgender Issue by Shon Faye, the Living Autobiography Series by Deborah Levy, Last Witnesses: Unchildlike Stories by Svetlana Alexievich, King Kong Theory by Virginie Despentes; and she particularly enjoys the work of M.F.K Fisher, Annie Ernaux, Natalia Ginsburg and Helen Garner. Ciara is not looking for Children’s, YA or Fantasy. Ciara would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 -2 page synopsis and the first 5,000 words of your completed manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Ciara is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 6th January 2025

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  During this training course, you will gain a comprehensive knowledge of a process model for designing and developing an organizational incident management plan. The compatibility of this training course with ISO/IEC 27035 also supports the ISO/IEC 27001 by providing guidance for Information Security Incident Management. After mastering all the necessary concepts of Information Security Incident Management, you can sit for the exam and gain "Certified ISO 27035 Lead Incident Manager" Certification. By holding this certification, you will be able to demonstrate that you have the practical knowledge and professional capabilities to support and lead a team in managing Information Security Incidents. About This Course   Learning objectives   Master the concepts, approaches, methods, tools and techniques that enable an effective Information Security Incident Management according to ISO/IEC 27035 Acknowledge the correlation between ISO/IEC 27035 and other standards and regulatory frameworks Acquire the expertise to support an organization to effectively implement, manage and maintain an Information Security Incident Response plan Acquire the competence to effectively advise organizations on the best practices of Information Security Incident Management Understand the importance of establishing well-structured procedures and policies for Incident Management processes Develop the expertise to manage an effective Incident Response Team   Course Agenda   Day 1: Introduction to Information Security Incident Management concepts as recommended by ISO/IEC 27035 Day 2: Designing and preparing an Information Security Incident Management plan Day 3: Enacting the Incident Management process and handling Information Security incidents Day 4: Monitoring and continual improvement of the Information Security Incident Management plan and the Exam.   Additional Information   Certification fees are included in the exam price. An attendance record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course. In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake it within 12 months of the initial attempt for free. Accreditation Assessment     Delegates sit a combined exam, consisting of in-course quizzes and exercises, as well as a final 12 question, essay type exam on Day 4 of the course. The overall passing score is 70%, to be achieved within the 150 minute time allowance. Exam results are provided within 24 hours, with both a Certificate and a digital badge provided as proof of success.   Our Guarantee   We are an Accredited Training Provider of the IECB. You can learn wherever and whenever you want with our robust classroom and interactive online training courses. Our courses are taught by qualified practitioners with a minimum of 25 years commercial experience. We strive to give our delegates the hands-on experience. Our courses are all-inclusive with no hidden extras.  The one-off cost covers the training, all course materials, and exam voucher. Our aim: To achieve a 100% first time pass rate on all our instructor-led courses. Our Promise: Pass first time or 'train' again for FREE. *FREE training offered for retakes - come back within a year and only pay for the exam. Prerequisites   A fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 27035 and comprehensive knowledge of Information Security.  What's Included?   Delegates will be provided with; Course Slide deck Questions and Answers Bank Participant Guide Who Should Attend?   Information Security Incident managers IT Managers IT Auditors Managers seeking to establish an Incident Response Team (IRT) Managers seeking to learn more about operating effective IRTs Information Security risk managers IT system administration professionals IT network administration professionals Members of Incident Response Teams Individuals responsible for Information Security within an organization Provided by   This course is Accredited by NACS and Administered by the IECB

  The IECB Certified Data Protection Officer training course will help you acquire the knowledge and skills to serve as a Data Protection Officer (DPO), allowing you to help organizations understand and implement solutions that meet the compliance requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), as well as a number of other regulatory requirements. The course takes a practical look at the GDPR requirements and advises on the mapping of solutions. In this way, delegates can master the role of the DPO and become competent to inform, advise, and monitor compliance with the GDPR and cooperate with the supervisory authority. About This Course   After attending the training course, you can sit for the exam, and gain the 'Certified Data Protection Officer' credential, which validates that you have the Legal and regulatory knowledge required of a key adviser and practical knowledge to advise organisations how to meet their obligations regarding the GDPR compliance   Learning Outcomes; Acquire a thorough understanding of the basic concepts and components of global Data Protection Regulation(s) Understand the correlation between the General Data Protection Regulation and best practice standards such as ISO 27701 Acquire a thorough understanding of the data protection by design requirements, particularly in relation to the protection of data Interpret the data protection requirements within the context of an organization Understand how to support an organization to plan, implement, manage, monitor and maintain ongoing compliance to the GDPR   Our approach  This training course is based on the practical application of best practices used in exercising the role of the DPO. Course modules include practical examples of the role of DPO. Delegates are encouraged to engage in discussions and exercises. A Case Study which brings the materials to life.   Course agenda   Day 1: Introduction to the GDPR Principles Day 2: The role of the DPO in the determination of a GDPR compliance program Day 3: The role of the DPO in business operations Day 4: Monitoring and maintenance of the GDPR compliance programme, as well as the examination   Prerequisites   A basic understanding of the GDPR will benefit course delegates.  What's Included?   Refreshments & Lunch (Classroom only) Course Slide Deck Official Study Materials CPD Certificate The Exam fees Who Should Attend?   Individuals seeking to move into the role of DPO Team members who define, implement, and maintain a GDPR compliance programme Information Security Managers responsible for the personal data protection of an enterprise and the management of its risks Members of an information security, risk management, or Data Governance team Our Guarantee   We are an approved IECB Training Partner. You can learn wherever and whenever you want with our robust classroom and interactive online training courses. Our courses are taught by qualified practitioners with commercial experience. We strive to give our delegates the hands-on experience. Our courses are all-inclusive with no hidden extras.  The one-off cost covers the training, all course materials, and exam voucher. Our aim: To achieve a 100% first time pass rate on all our instructor-led courses. Our Promise: Pass first time or 'train' again for FREE. *FREE training offered for retakes - come back within a year and train for free, with the exam retake included too. Assessment   All candidates at official training courses will be offered the opportunity to sit the associated exam. For CDPO, this constitutes a 12 question essay type exam which should be completed within 240 minutes. A passing score is achieved at 70%. Accreditation Provided by   This course is Accredited by NACS and Administered by the IECB.

LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION, NON-FICTION Diana joined the prestigious DHH Literary Agency in June 2024. She started agenting with Rupert Heath Literary Agency in 2011 before moving to UTA and Marjacq in 2017. Before that she was senior commissioning editor at Transworld. Diana was chosen as one of The Bookseller’s Rising Stars of 2012, was a nominee for RNA Agent of the Year 2019, and was shortlisted for Literary Agent of the Year 2022 at the British Book Awards. Her list includes a wide range of bestselling and prize-winning authors in the UK and internationally. Diana represents adult fiction and non-fiction. For fiction, she is looking for upmarket women's commercial, with depth and heart, including reading group, historical, saga, uplit and contemporary stories that are irreverent and make her laugh; accessible literary fiction, high-concept crime fiction and thrillers. She has a thing for spy novels and would love to find a great vampire story.  On the non-fiction side: memoir, smart, funny feminists, lifestyle, cookery and social justice, and open to anything with a strong, original voice. She also encourages submissions from writers who have been traditionally under-represented. Diana would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 - 2 page synopsis and the first three chapters (a maximum of 5,000 words) of your manuscript in a single word document.  (In addition to the paid sessions, Diana is kindly offering one free session for low income/underrepresented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 13 January 2025

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  This training course is designed to help participants acquire the knowledge and skills needed to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining a cloud security program based on ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018. It provides a comprehensive elaboration of cloud computing concepts and principles, cloud computing security risk management, cloud-specific controls, cloud security incident management, and cloud security testing. About This Course   Learning objectives   Gain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a cloud security program  Acknowledge the correlation between ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, and other standards and regulatory frameworks Gain the ability to interpret the guidelines of ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018 in the specific context of an organization Develop the necessary knowledge and competence to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining a cloud security program Acquire the practical knowledge to advise an organization in managing a cloud security program by following best practices Course Agenda   Day 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018 and the initiation of a cloud security program Day 2: Cloud computing security risk management and cloud-specific controls Day 3: Documented information management and cloud security awareness and training Day 4: Cloud security incident management, testing, monitoring, and continual improvement; the examination Additional Information   Certification fees are included in the exam price. An attendance record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course. In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake it within 12 months of the initial attempt for free. Accreditation Prerequisites   The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018 and a general knowledge of cloud computing concepts. Who Should Attend?   Cloud security and information security professionals seeking to manage a cloud security program Managers or consultants seeking to master cloud security best practices Individuals responsible for maintaining and managing a cloud security program Technical experts seeking to enhance their cloud security knowledge Cloud security expert advisors What's Included?   Delegates will be provided with; Course Slide deck Participant Guide Exam fees Our Guarantee   We are an Accredited Training Provider of IECB. You can learn wherever and whenever you want with our robust classroom and interactive online training courses. Our courses are taught by qualified practitioners with a minimum of 25 years commercial experience. We strive to give our delegates the hands-on experience. Our courses are all-inclusive with no hidden extras.  The one-off cost covers the training, all course materials, and exam voucher. Our aim: To achieve a 100% first time pass rate on all our instructor-led courses. Our Promise: Pass first time or 'train' again for FREE. *FREE training offered for retakes - come back within a year and only pay for the exam. Assessment   The Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager exam meets the requirements of the National Accreditation Service's Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:   Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of cloud computing Domain 2: Information security policy for cloud computing and documented information management Domain 3: Cloud computing security risk management Domain 4: Cloud-specific controls based on ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018 and best practices Domain 5: Cloud security awareness, training, roles, and responsibilities Domain 6: Cloud security incident management Domain 7: Cloud security testing, monitoring, and continual improvement   All delegates attending an official training course will be offered the opportunity to sit the associated examination. To pass the examination, a passing score of 70% must be obtained by answering 12 essay type questions covering the scope of the course materials. Successful examination candidates will be issued with a Certificate confirming a passing grade along with the relevant CPD certificate.  Provided by   This course is Accredited by NACS and Administered by the IECB

LOOKING FOR: PICTURE BOOKS, MG, YA, ADULT FICTION Clare Wallace joined the Darley Anderson Agency in January 2011 and is building both the Darley Anderson Children’s Agency and the Darley Anderson Illustration Agency lists as well as taking on adult fiction for debut authors. Clare is particularly looking for funny chapter books for younger readers at the moment, as well as contemporary MG, YA fantasy, romance, and rom coms, especially with underrepresented protagonists. For picture books she has the widest taste, from daft to lyrical, rhyming to prose. As well as being busy with the children’s and illustration agencies, Clare is open to debut adult fiction submissions that could be described as book club, rom-com, romance, saga, reading group, fantasy or historical fiction. She often doesn’t know what she’s looking for until she finds it (although she is not the person for steampunk or space opera). She represents picture books, middle-grade, teenage and YA and debut adult fiction. The clients Clare represents include Perdita & Honor Cargill, Caroline Crowe, Tom Ellen, Martyn Ford, Stewart Foster, Olivia Hope, A M Howell, Polly Ho-Yen, Rachel Ip, Beth Reekles, J.P. Rose, Lindsay Galvin, Dave Rudden, Deirdre Sullivan and Efua Traoré. Whatever the age range, Clare loves a big hook, a lot of heart, and a standout voice. She loves to discover memorable new characters, bold and unique voices, strong concepts and gripping storytelling. This list gives a good indication of Clare's taste but if your submission doesn’t fit a description here, it doesn’t mean Clare doesn’t want to receive it. Clare would like you to send a covering letter, a one page synopsis and the first three chapters (Max 5000 words) of your manuscript. For picture books, please submit a covering letter and up to three completed texts. Please send EITHER picture books OR another genre, not both in one submission. (In addition to the paid sessions, Clare is kindly offering one free session for low income/underrepresented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 13th January 2025

This Level 4 course aims to equip professionals with the knowledge about the skills and practical behaviours which are required for them to step into a leadership/management role. The demand for management roles is expected to grow in the coming years. This is due to a number of factors, including: The ageing population, which is leading to a shortage of skilled workers. The increasing complexity of businesses requires more managers to oversee operations. The growing importance of technology is creating new opportunities for managers to lead and innovate.