Careers in Literature Development

Taking your writing further

If you want to write for a living rather than just for fun, then you must accept that it won’t be easy. (Image: Fiona Mountain)

Sarah Scotcher is an editor at Rowanvale Books, an independent publishing firm in Wales that specialises in new authors. She offers 6 tips for people who are exploring publishing options.

Develop Your Career

Getting a literary agent

In the transaction between writer and publishing house, the hard truth is that the aspiring writer is likely to come off worse unless they have a literary agent in your corner.

Industry Insight

Training for published authors

Justin Somper is the author of the best-selling 'Vampirates' books. He spoke about the challenges for published authors, and how Author Profile offers training and support for the business of writing.

Industry Insight

Developing first-time writers

Harry Bingham is the best-selling author of eight books. He combines writing with running The Writers’ Workshop, which exists to offer help and advice to first-time writers.