Inside Literature

A career in book cover design

James Nunn's most recognisable design in recent years was for Lynne Truss’s massive bestseller, Eats, Shoots and Leaves.

James Nunn is a graphic artist and has designed countless book jackets for publishers. He spoke about how he built his career, with 3 tips for getting into book cover design.

A career in illustration

Nick Sharratt is an illustrator and author of books for children, including the books of Jacqueline Wilson. He spoke about how he built his successful career in illustration.

Wendy Cope is a rarity in the literary world: a poet whose name is known to the public. She has won the Cholmondeley Award for her poetry collection, and was awarded an OBE for services to Literature.

A career in storytelling

Donald Smith is Director of the Scottish Storytelling Centre. He describes the key skills of storytellers, a new qualification for storytelling, and the career of a storyteller.

Being a freelance illustrator

Mark Boardman is a successful artist and illustrator, whose painterly style is distinctive and captivating. He creates book covers, posters and other illustration for editorial.

News & views

Giles Foden wrote the award-winning novel The Last King of Scotland.

Can good writing be taught?

Can good literary writing really be taught? Giles Foden, acclaimed novelist and tutor for Creative Writing M.A. course at the University of East Anglia, shared his thoughts.

New Writing South’s Creative Learning programme places professional writers in schools across the south-east.

Supporting writers in schools

In times of austerity, how can arts organisations respond to the new cultural and educational landscape? Justin Coe looks at how New Writing South is negotiating these changes.

Career article

Donald Smith is Director of the Scottish Storytelling Centre. Photo by Pete Dibdin.

Marketing yourself as a writer

Promoting yourself is crucial for a successful a career as a freelance writer. Three established writers each give a piece of advice on how to market yourself.

By day, John Lenahan is a comedian and magician.

Marketing your novel online

Comedian and magician John Lenahan generated interest in his novel by podcasting chapters and gaining fans online. He shared three tips for aspiring authors in a digital world.