LOOKING FOR: YA, ADULT FICTION, NON-FICTION Laura Williams is literary agent at the Greene and Heaton Literary Agency. She is seeking literary fiction, commercial fiction, psychological thrillers and high concept Young Adult. Laura is actively building a fiction list and a small non-fiction list. She is currently looking for literary fiction, edgy commercial fiction, psychological thrillers and high-concept contemporary young adult, as well as narrative non-fiction of all types. Her taste is quite dark, and she loves gothic, ghost stories, horror and anything sinister. She also loves books that make her cry, from big love stories to intense family dramas. She is open to historical or horror YA, but not magical or fantasy. Meditative or moving novels about modern life, appeal to Laura, sad stories with love and the importance of caring for each other shining through. She also loves stories about female friendships or conversely groups of women who don't get on, such as the hugely fun BAD SUMMER PEOPLE by Emma Rosenblum. She is always on the lookout for a big tragic love story to make her cry happy or sad tears. At the more commercial end of fiction, think funny novels with warmth and romantic comedies with a bit of depth – think Marian Keyes. Most of all Laura is looking for novels she hasn’t read before – something unusual structurally or thematically, something that shines a light on a subject the author is passionate about, something that’ll break her heart or raise her blood in an entirely new way. Laura is always looking to promote diverse voices from across the globe, and is particularly keen on LGBTQI+ stories. Laura would like you to submit a covering letter, a 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, Laura 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: Tuesday 27th May 2025
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Notice of Annual General Meeting (AGM) Date: From: HoardingUK Trustees Meeting Details: Date: 30th May 2025 Time: 13:30-15:30 Location: Teams Duration: 2 hours Agenda: Welcome and boundaries Introductions by the team Review of the previous year's activities and achievements Presentation and approval of annual reports (financial and operational) Election of directors or officers (Richard Lingwood-nomination provided for consideration) Discussion and voting on any resolutions Open forum for questions and comments from members Any other business Adjournment Member Rights and Responsibilities: Members can add formal agenda items until 27th May at 5pm. To be sent to trustee@hoardinguk.org Items will be considered via the open forum on the day as well Contact Information: If there are any questions, please email media@hoardinguk.org Only active members will be eligible to vote formally but everyone's views will be considered and counted We look forward to seeing you there. Megan Karnes Founder/Chair Read about our innovative support model: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/feb/04/im-never-going-back-to-living-like-this-how-an-innovative-project-is-helping-hoarders Our support group for family and others trying to support people who hoard: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/feb/09/children-of-parents-who-hoard-support-group
Historical Association webinar series: Direct history teaching Presenters: Mike Hill and Jacob Olivey In this opening session, Jacob and Mike will outline what they mean by direct history teaching. They will explain how this differs from some methods that have become common in history teaching – and why a more direct approach can be more effective, inclusive, and enjoyable for pupils. To use your corporate recording offer on this webinar please fill in this form: https://forms.office.com/e/Qr1PfgRHSS We are able to offer the webinars in this series at a subsidised cost as the presenters' time has been partially funded by their school, Ark Soane Academy. We are open to developing partnerships across schools and trusts. If you are interested in discussing this further, please contact Mel Jones at melanie.jones@history.org.uk