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LOOKING FOR: MG, YA AND ADULT SCI-FI / FANTASY, CHILDREN'S NON-FICTION After graduating from St Andrews University with a degree in English Literature and Art History, Maddy followed her love of literature to an internship at non-fiction literary agency Graham Maw Christie. At GMC, Maddy worked her way up to Agent and built a list of authors who wrote for both for adults and children, spanning history, tarot, and nature writing. An avid reader of anything magical, Maddy joined Madeleine Milburn in 2022 to build a list specialising in SFF. Maddy would like to see SFF across all genres for all ages, including: grim dark, thriller, historical, romance, cosy fantasy, sci-fi, epic, YA fantasy, dark academia, contemporary fantasy, fantasy middle-grade, mythology, fairy tale and queer fantasy. Inspiring children’s non-fiction. She loves worlds to get lost in, adventures that transform what it means to be a hero, and unique magic that offers as many problems as solutions. She likes books that make her cry and books that change her mind. Above all, when she finishes a story about another world, she wants it to have taught her a lesson which helps her live in this one. She loves all fantasy, but favours richly imagined, complex worlds with a history to discover and a future to protect. Worldbuilding is one of her favourite aspects of this genre and she is always looking for a new, dense world with series potential. Think Brandon Sanderson’s Cosmere or the Marvel Cinematic Universe – the bigger the better! She also likes character-driven fantasy with a diverse cast to root for (or root against) and she wants to see a range of different relationships depicted authentically. She particularly like epics that dip into big, universal themes such as grief, climate change, or war and which ask impossible questions in the vein of R.F. Kuang or N.K. Jemisin. She is also excited by authors that play with form and language in a fantasy setting. In YA, she is looking for much the same as in an adult fantasy, but with younger protagonists and a closer focus on relationships. She wants to see the tropes she knows and loves in new and exciting forms and her favourite YA books often centre around belonging and becoming. She likes a dash of romance in everything, because she is sentimental that way, but it’s particularly important in the YA space. Sci-fi is a big passion of hers, especially when it comes with a strong hook. She is a huge fan of Becky Chamber’s The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet and Michaiah Johnson’s The Space Between Worlds. She likes space as a metaphor, and would love something that explores different alien species. Please send her your space operas and sci-fi romances which combine space, magic and mayhem! In fantasy middle grade, she favours whimsy and animal companions; she would love to follow a group of kids through magic school. She tends to look for plenty of humour with a strong friendship at the centre, and she wants middle grade stories which engage with the concerns of children growing up as well as offering an all-important escape (preferably on a dragon/unicorn’s back). She is also looking for children’s non-fiction for all ages. In this space, she wants something as creative as it is informative, and thinks diverse voices are increasingly important. Maddy would like you to submit a covering letter, one page synopsis and the first three chapters (Max 5000 words) of your completed manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Maddy 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 10th February 2025

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Learn how to write appealing stories for children by taking this Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children course.  Writing for children is not an easy task. You must understand their psychology and write in a way that captivates them. This Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children Course will provide step-by-step instructions on creating engaging storybooks for kids. In this course, you'll look into the aspects of idea generation, character creation, plotting, story planning, and storytelling. In addition, you'll learn about technical writing issues. You'll also explore the various types of children's books to get ideas for what to put in your writings.  Learning Outcomes Gain an excellent understanding of children's storybook writing Understand the mechanics of writing Explore the art of storytelling Be able to structure a story Gain the skills in character creation Go through the various types of children's books Familiarise yourself with the advanced fiction techniques Who is this course for Anyone interested in writing great storybooks for children can take this Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children Course.  Entry Requirement This course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over. Good understanding of the English language, numeracy and ICT skills are required to take this course. Certification After you have successfully completed the course, you will obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. And, you will also receive a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hardcopy for £39 or in PDF format at the cost of £24. The PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours, and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Why Choose Us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos and materials from the industry-leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The United Kingdom & internationally recognised accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet and desktop from anywhere, anytime; Substantial career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path The Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children Course provides essential skills that will make you more effective in your role. It would be beneficial for any related profession in the industry, such as: Author Writer Children's Author Fiction Writer Introduction Introduction to Children's Storybook Writing FREE 00:02:00 Crucial Information 00:02:00 Keys to Success 00:02:00 A.I.M 00:04:00 Coming Up With Ideas Getting Ideas 00:02:00 Character Creation 00:02:00 Characters and Plotting 00:04:00 The Mechanics of Writing Planning Your Story 00:03:00 Storytelling 00:03:00 Important Technical Issues Point of View 00:04:00 Technical Writing Issues 00:04:00 Story Structure 00:02:00 Types of Children's Books Picture Books 1 00:03:00 Picture Books 2 00:03:00 Picture Books 3 00:02:00 Easy Readers 00:03:00 Transition Books 00:01:00 Chapter Books 00:02:00 Junior Novels 00:02:00 Young Adult Fiction 00:04:00 Advanced Fiction Techniques Dialogue 00:05:00 Show don't Tell 00:05:00 Conclusion Conclusion 00:02:00 Resources Resources - Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children 00:00:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

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Course Description Topic: WRITING FOR CHILDREN Level: Beginner Duration: 3 hours approx Delivery: Video, Audio, PDF Mentoring: Available Certific Learn How To Create Quality Children's Fiction Guided By Two Bestselling Authors Submit to children's book publishers with confidence Know the children's writing genre like a professional Self publish your own stories for children through Amazon etc. Learn how to write a children's story that kids will love. See below for a full listing of the course contents. The course starts with an overview of the children's writing genre. Then gives advice on how to begin your writing journey. Next, specific writing advice is given about how to come up with ideas, characters, and plots for outstanding children's stories. Then you are introduced to the many different genres of children's books. You need to know these so that you can market and target your work more effectively. After, you will discover more advanced writing techniques that will mark you out as a professional when you begin to either submit your work to publishers or to self-publish your own stories for profit. In the conclusion, you are shown the essential ingredients for writing success. Finally, you will experience an exclusive interview with bestselling author, Robyn Opie Parnell, writer of over 100 published children's books. The lessons come in three different formats: video, audio and PDFs - for you convenience and to help which ever way you learn best. These formats work on all currently available technology: mobile, tablet, iPad, user PC, even cell phones. Plus, when you log in to any device you will be immediately taken back to where you last left the course. Included in the course are numerous e-book downloads to further your understanding of writing for children. Plus, you may ask questions of the instructors at any time. If you've ever thought about writing for children, the course instructors guarantee this course is all you need to succeed. Introduction Introduction to Children's Writing FREE 00:01:00 02. Info-1 FREE 00:02:00 03. Keys-1 FREE 00:02:00 04. Aim-1 FREE 00:04:00 Coming Up With Ideas 05. Ideas-1 00:02:00 06. Characters-1 00:02:00 07. Plotting-1 00:03:00 The Mechanics of Writing 08. Planning-1 00:02:00 09. Storytelling-1 23:57:00 Important Technical Issues 10. Pov-1 00:04:00 11. Technical-1 00:04:00 12. Structure-1 00:02:00 Types of Children's Books 13. Picture books 1-1 00:03:00 14. Picture books 2-1 00:03:00 15. Picture books 3-1 00:01:00 16. Easy readers-1 00:02:00 17. Transition-1 00:01:00 18. Chapterbooks-1 00:01:00 19. Junior-1 00:02:00 20. Young adult-1 00:04:00 Advanced Fiction Techniques 21. Dialogue-1 00:04:00 22. Show don't tell-1 00:05:00 Conclusion 23. Conclusion-1 00:01:00 Resources Resources - Children's Book Writing Course 00:00:00

Give a compliment to your career and take it to the next level. This Creative Writing Training Program for Writers bundle will provide you with the essential knowledge to shine in your professional career. Whether you want to develop skills for your next job or elevate your skills for your next promotion, this Creative Writing Training Program for Writers bundle will help you stay ahead of the pack. Throughout the Creative Writing Training Program for Writers programme, it stresses how to improve your competency as a person in your chosen field while also outlining essential career insights in the relevant job sector. Along with this Creative Writing Training Program for Writers course, you will get 10 premium courses, an original hardcopy, 11 PDF certificates (Main Course + Additional Courses) Student ID card as gifts. This Creative Writing Training Program for Writers Bundle Consists of the following Premium courses: Level 2 Microsoft Office Essentials Microsoft Teams - 2 CPD Points Screenwriting & Script Writing - Level 5 Working from Home Essentials - 5 CPD Points Mental Health and Working from Home - 5 CPD Points Online Meeting Management - 3 CPD Points Effective Communication Skills - 2 CPD Points Time Management - 2 CPD Points Leadership and Influencing Skills - 2 CPD Points Emotional Intelligence and Human Behaviour - 5 CPD Points Course Curriculum 01. Writing Storybooks For Children Introduction Introduction to Children's Writing Crucial Information Keys to Success A.I.M Coming Up With Ideas Getting Ideas Character Creation Characters and Plotting The Mechanics of Writing Planning Your Story Storytelling Important Technical Issues Point of View Technical Writing Issues Types of Children's Books Story Structure Picture Books 1 Picture Books 2 Picture Books 3 Easy Readers Transition Books Chapter Books Junior Novels Young Adult Fiction Advanced Fiction Techniques Dialogue Show don't Tell Conclusion Conclusion 02. Short Stories Introduction Introduction Foreword Who Am I to Run This Course? It's All About Mindset What Tools Do You Need To Succeed? Part One: Mindset Mental Preparation Time Management Self Belief Goal Setting Part Two: The Basics Subject Matter Genre Scope Getting Ideas Part Three: Construction Time The 7-Step Story Generator Characters & Character Creation Creating Protagonists Character Motivation & Interactions Story & Setting The 5-Point Story Structure Style & Tone Point of View & Tense Plotting & The Twist Building a Short Story Template Building a Short Story Template Introduction to Scrivener All Hail Scrivener! Part Four: Writing Your Story The Opening Paragraph The Second Draft Polishing And Much More... Part Five: Submitting Your Work 6 Lectures It's All About Presentation Dealing With Rejection Rights and Payment Kindle Publishing Conclusion Short Stories 03. :Fiction Module 01 Part 1 - Getting Ideas and How to Develop Them Module 01 Part 2 - Inspiration and Finding The Time Module 02 - What It Means To Be A Writer Module 03 - Characters Module 04 - Plotting and Story Construction Module 05 - Theme, Templates & Outlining Module 06 - Show Don't Tell And Much More... 04. Horror Lesson One: The History of Horror Lesson Two: Characters and Concepts Lesson Three: Location and Backdrop Lesson Four: Story and Plotting And Much More... 05. Novel Introduction Lesson One - Imagining Fantasy Lesson Two - World Building, Maps and Visualization Lesson Three - Characters, Races and Societies Lesson Four - Plotting, Questing and Traveling Lesson Five - Point of View, Artifacts and Magic Lesson Six - Resolutions and Sequels Fantasy: Recommended Author & Book List Fantasy Societies Listing Mythological Creature Listing And Much More... 06. Thriller Introduction The Thriller: Form and Function Lesson One Lesson Two Exercise 1 - Building Your Thriller Lesson Three Exercise 2 - Building Your Thriller Lesson Four Exercise 3 - Building Your Thriller Lesson Five Exercise 4 - Building Your Thriller Lesson Six 07. Diploma in Drama and Comedy Writing Welcome to the Writer's Greatest Untapped Income Source Introduction Your Ideas and How to Present Them Scripting, Editing and the Story Bible The Money and How You Get Paid And Much More... How will I get my Certificate? After successfully completing the course you will be able to order your CPD Accredited Certificates (PDF + Hard Copy) as proof of your achievement. PDF Certificate: Free (Previously it was £10 * 11 = £110) Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course) If you want to get hardcopy certificates for other courses, generally you have to pay £20 for each. But this Fall, Apex Learning is offering a Flat 50% discount on hard copy certificates, and you can get each for just £10! P.S. The delivery charge inside the U.K. is £3.99 and the international students have to pay £9.99. CPD 25 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this bundle. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. Requirements Our course is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible on tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on wifi, 3G or 4G. There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. Career path Having this CPD certificate will increase the value in your CV and open you up to multiple sectors such as Business & Management, Admin, Accountancy & Finance, Secretarial & PA, Teaching & Mentoring etc. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included

Taking Your Book To School® Walkie-talkie Style! Access to me for a full day, 9–5, to move your book closer to school. So, you’ve written a children's book and now you’re trying to get it from your shelf to the classroom and into the hands of children … Now what? You know that schools are the gatekeepers of your target market: children and their families and you know that teachers and school visits should be on your radar. How do you get in, though?

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