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LOOKING FOR: MG, YA, ADULT FICTION, ADULT NON-FICTION, NON-FICTION FOR 7+ Megan Carroll is looking for writers in a variety of areas, and from a wide range of backgrounds – she is particularly keen to hear from Black, Asian, and LGBTQIA+ writers. Her main areas of focus this year are adult fiction and non-fiction, as well as non-fiction for 7+, and MG and YA fiction. In Fiction, Megan is keen to see high-concept love stories (think The Flat Share or The Lock In) for both commercial and reading group readers. She’d love to see those familiar romance tropes – enemies to lovers, friends to lovers, love triangles, forbidden love etc. – with underrepresented characters at the centre. She is also looking for historical fiction and gothic horror (think Laura Purcell, Stacey Halls and Silvia Moreno-Garcia) – anything that has a creepy, uneasy undertone is likely for Megan’s list. Megan is also actively looking for upmarket fiction and would love to see layered family drama, contemporary stories about life today and darkly comic novels that explore a specific time, place or experience. In Non-Fiction, Megan is keen to hear from experts in their field talking about topics relating to film, music, true crime, popular culture, history and issues from largely unrepresented perspectives. She is keen to see memoir, narrative non-fiction and essay collections. In Children’s and YA, she is keen to see contemporary YA with humour, and romance at the heart – fun and emotional stories that appeal to the interests and issues of the teenage readers. She’d also love to see thrillers and horror stories for this age group too. It’s unlikely that high fantasy novels for YA readers will be right for her, but she is keen to see stories with fantasy elements in a real world setting. On the younger end, Megan is looking for funny, contemporary middle grade – think Louise Rennison and Karen McCombie – and anything creepy and spooky for 8-12 year old readers too. She’d love to find something like Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events and is keen to find original adventure stories in both fantasy and realistic settings. Megan would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the first three chapters or 5,000 words of your manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Megan 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 25 November 2024

Chocolate is the new wine! Learn to how to taste and identify fine chocolate with Chocolate Educator and International Chocolate Judge Kathryn Laverack. Book a tasting experience for your team or friends and family.

By completing this qualification, learners will meet industry requirements to: - Plan, deliver and evaluate Pilates reformer sessions and programmes, including: - Pilates-based group reformer sessions (6+) - One-to-one Pilates reformer sessions and programmes

CRRUK equips professionals with the concepts, skills and tools to build conscious, intentional relationships, and to coach relationship systems of any size.

Overview: UI Design for Voice Assistants: Creating Conversational Interfaces   Welcome to the future of user interfaces! In today's digital landscape, voice assistants are becoming increasingly prevalent, revolutionizing the way users interact with technology. Our comprehensive course, 'UI Design for Voice Assistants: Creating Conversational Interfaces,' equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to craft engaging and intuitive conversational experiences.   Module 1: Introduction to Voice Assistants and Conversational UI Get acquainted with the fundamentals of voice assistants and conversational user interfaces. Explore the evolution of voice technology and its impact on user interactions. Learn about the key principles and challenges of designing for conversational UI.   Module 2: User-Centered Design for Voice Assistants Put the user at the center of your design process. Discover techniques for understanding user needs, behaviors, and preferences in the context of voice interactions. Learn how to conduct user research and usability testing to create user-centric voice experiences.   Module 3: Designing Effective Voice Interactions Master the art of crafting natural and meaningful voice interactions. Explore best practices for structuring conversations, managing dialogue flow, and providing clear prompts and feedback. Dive into the psychology of conversation and learn how to create engaging user experiences.   Module 4: Speech Recognition and Natural Language Understanding (NLU) Gain insights into the underlying technologies powering voice assistants. Understand the principles of speech recognition and natural language understanding (NLU). Learn how to leverage NLU to interpret user inputs accurately and respond intelligently.   Module 5: Designing Voice User Interfaces (VUI) Learn the principles of designing intuitive voice user interfaces (VUI). Explore techniques for organizing information, designing navigation systems, and creating voice commands. Understand how to optimize VUI for accessibility and inclusivity.   Module 6: Visual Design for Voice Assistants Explore the role of visual design in enhancing the user experience of voice assistants. Learn how to leverage visual elements such as typography, color, and layout to complement voice interactions. Discover strategies for designing multimodal interfaces that seamlessly integrate voice and visual components.   Whether you're a seasoned UI/UX designer looking to expand your skill set or a newcomer eager to dive into the world of voice interfaces, our course provides a comprehensive foundation for designing compelling conversational experiences. Join us and embark on a journey to shape the future of human-computer interaction with UI Design for Voice Assistants: Creating Conversational Interfaces. Course Curriculum Module 1_ Introduction to Voice Assistants and Conversational UI Introduction to Voice Assistants and Conversational UI 00:00 Module 2_ User-Centered Design for Voice Assistants User-Centered Design for Voice Assistants 00:00 Module 3_ Designing Effective Voice Interactions Designing Effective Voice Interactions 00:00 Module 4_ Speech Recognition and Natural Language Understanding (NLU) Speech Recognition and Natural Language Understanding (NLU) 00:00 Module 5_ Designing Voice User Interfaces (VUI) Designing Voice User Interfaces (VUI) 00:00 Module 6_ Visual Design for Voice Assistants Visual Design for Voice Assistants 00:00

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