Ventura Press publisher Jane Curry reflects on the effects of COVID-19 on the publishing industry, as we reopen our submissions for aspiring authors.
Read moreCutting the Cord: Natasha's remarks
A few words from Natasha Molt on the launch of her debut thriller, Cutting the Cord.
Read moreLaunching a Book Online in the time of Corona
The book launch is arguably one of the most exciting parts of releasing a book. But what happens when a unexpected pandemic comes in like a bulldozer and blasts apart your plans? Christine Bell of No Small Shame is here to tell you all about her experience with launching her book in a time of COVID-19.
Read moreThe Secret Life of an Editor
It is very rare for an editor to receive credit for their work on a book or get a mention in the sales points. Any appreciation shown is usually from the author, tucked away in the acknowledgments. And yet at the very core of our industry is the quality of the writing.
Read moreWriting a Personal Essay with Lee Kofman
Renowned author, writing teacher, speaker and mentor, Lee Kofman, is the queen of creative non-fiction and personal essays. Here, Lee shares her insights into crafting a personal essay: what makes it ‘good’? How do we define a ‘bad’ personal essay? And who does Lee reach to for inspiration?
Read moreThe Rise of #Bookstagram
The trend for curated visuals has given rise to #booksofinstagram, which links Instagram users to a world of stylish books and equally stylish readers. This hashtag is not exclusive, but it is only really effective for books with high design values—they often feature elaborate flat-lays that relay some of the narrative or add to the hygge feeling of curling up with a book. So what has given rise to the #bookstagram?
Read moreWhat You May Not Know About Your Editor
In the editorial industry there are a lot of common stereotypes you may have heard about – we’re often (but not always) female, we’re cat people, tea people, book people, and we’re cardigan wearing, glasses wearing grammar Nazis. And if we ever went to war, it would be over the oxford comma. But here are a few things you may not know about your humble editor…
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