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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 in a single word document. 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: Wednesday 14th May 2025

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LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION, NON-FICTION Siân Ellis-Martin joined Blake Friedmann in 2018 and is building a list of fiction and non-fiction at the agency.  With regards to fiction, Siân is looking for commercial, upmarket and accessible literary novels. She always wants to be completely absorbed by the world of the novel, to jump into the character’s life and be swept into the narrative as if she’s been there all along. She’s drawn in by compelling characters and relationships, and loves stories with a mystery or question at the heart of them. She’s open to these ideas being explored in a variety of ways, but at the moment, she’d particularly like to find an epic love story, a fun, queer rom-com with an unusual setting or pitch, and/or a sweeping family saga. Siân leans more towards contemporary settings but does enjoy a historical backdrop too. In non-fiction, she’s looking for narrative non-fiction, history from different perspectives and books that make complicated ideas around things like politics and literature more accessible. Her favourite type of non-fiction book is the one that makes you interested in something or someone you’d never thought you would be. Siân would also love to find cookery and food books too, particularly cuisines that are less visible in the book world, or budget cooking. She’s not currently taking on YA, children’s, fantasy or science fiction projects. Siân would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 - 2 page synopsis and the first three chapters (or 5,000 words, whichever is shorter) of your manuscript in a single word document.  (In addition to the paid sessions, Siân 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. Submission Deadline: Tuesday 27th May 2025

Learn how to make your own jewellery using silver clay in this half day beginner class in Edinburgh City Centre

We are beyond excited about our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! The exhibition is taking place in the Scot-ART Gallery 1 on the 3rd floor of St Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh EH7 6AE from Saturday, 24 - Saturday, 31 May 2025 and is open from 11am-5pm each day. The exhibition is free to enter and you can find out more about our theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities to meet our creatives in person here. We will be exploring how creatives balance making art they love with art they earn a living from. The exhibition will feature original artworks, alongside live demonstrations, taster workshops and talks. You can see a full list of our Exhibition Talks and Tasters here. This is where to book spaces for a Calligraphy Taster with Panna Calligraphy In this gentle introduction you will learn writing the alphabet in the 'Foundational hand', including how to use and hold the calligraphy pens to start you on your journey into the wonderful world of calligraphy!

Discover the secrets to successful dog grooming with our course, Dog Cleaning: Teach Your Dog to Love Getting a Bath. Learn essential techniques and gain valuable insights to make bath time enjoyable for both you and your furry companion. Enroll now and embark on a rewarding journey in pet care.

We are beyond excited about our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! The exhibition is taking place in the Scot-ART Gallery 1 on the 3rd floor of St Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh EH7 6AE from Saturday, 24 - Saturday, 31 May 2025 and is open from 11am-5pm each day. The exhibition is free to enter and you can find out more about our theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities to meet our creatives in person here. We will be exploring how creatives balance making art they love with art they earn a living from. The exhibition will feature original artworks, alongside live demonstrations, taster workshops and talks. You can see a full list of our Exhibition Talks and Tasters here. This is where to book spaces for a Mosaic making taster with Jacky from Mossy Mosaic Using materials including sea glass, pottery and vitreous tiles you will create your very own mosaic masterpiece! In this taster workshop there won’t be any tile cutting (come to a Mossy Mosaic workshop at Arienas to learn this skill!) However, there will be lots of sticking and using small pieces, so it’s only suitable for those over 8yrs old (and all children must be accompanied/ helped by someone over 18).

We are beyond excited about our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! The exhibition is taking place in the Scot-ART Gallery 1 on the 3rd floor of St Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh EH7 6AE from Saturday, 24 - Saturday, 31 May 2025 and is open from 11am-5pm each day. The exhibition is free to enter and you can find out more about our theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities to meet our creatives in person here. We will be exploring how creatives balance making art they love with art they earn a living from. The exhibition will feature original artworks, alongside live demonstrations, taster workshops and talks. You can see a full list of our Exhibition Talks and Tasters here. This is where to book spaces for a Writing Taster with writer and published author Emma Dhesi From Memory to Memoir: Telling Our Stories. What compels someone to write their life story? Who reads memoir, and why does it matter? This interactive talk delves into the craft of memory, storytelling, and the enduring power of capturing human experience. Your story might be the next to inspire.

Join us for a transformative afternoon where the healing powers of music and mindfulness combine to give you an experience you'll love. This concert offers a rare opportunity to reset, reconnect, and rejuvenate your spirit under the expert guidance of musician and author, Thea Faye. Experience the Benefits Scientific research consistently confirms what ancient wisdom has always known—when brought together, music and mindfulness create a powerful way to access holistic healing. This profound session will help you: Release accumulated stress and tension Enhance your focus and mental clarity Deepen your connection to the present moment Access a state of profound inner calm Relax and enjoy the experience! About Thea Faye Thea brings an extraordinary blend of musical artistry and mindfulness mastery to this special event. She draws together original music with a high level of skill in various spiritual/healing modalities to deliver unforgettable events that are genuinely transformative. As a certified meditation instructor (British School of Meditation) and qualified mindful movement teacher (Chakra Dance Meditation), Thea has guided countless individuals toward greater peace and presence through her events, musics and books. Her approach seamlessly weaves together live musical performance with accessible mindfulness practices suitable for participants of all experience levels. What to Expect This afternoon concert creates space for both active participation and receptive listening. You'll experience guided meditations enhanced by live music, accessible mindfulness activities, and immersive sound journeys that facilitate deep relaxation and insight. Come experience why Thea's unique integration of music and mindfulness is fast building a strong reputation, renowned for creating moments of genuine transformation and lasting well-being. No previous experience necessary—just bring an open mind and a willingness to to relax and have a good time! Space is limited. Reserve your place today.

We are beyond excited about our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! The exhibition is taking place in the Scot-ART Gallery 1 on the 3rd floor of St Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh EH7 6AE from Saturday, 24 - Saturday, 31 May 2025 and is open from 11am-5pm each day. The exhibition is free to enter and you can find out more about our theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities to meet our creatives in person here. We will be exploring how creatives balance making art they love with art they earn a living from. The exhibition will feature original artworks, alongside live demonstrations, taster workshops and talks. You can see a full list of our Exhibition Talks and Tasters here. This is where to book spaces for a Gel Printing Taster with artist and printmaker Lou Davis Explore colour and texture with homemade gel printing plates. We’ll use botanic elements, stamps, stencils and found objects to create a variety of marks and patterns using this simple and quick mono printing technique. In this taster session we will explore the process on plain paper before designing and printing 3 greetings cards.