Two pairs of eyes: why do we edit and when do we stop?
What we need to share with people outside publishing Why do we edit? Twice recently I have been surprised by the disgruntled reaction of my…
Editorial
Unravelling the role of the Editor
In March, we were incredibly excited to bring you the second Unplugged event of the year, Talking Editorial. We were joined by three fabulous editors: Magdalene…
All children have the right to read quality books: a report from Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2022
I was lucky this year to have the chance to attend the Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCBF) for the first time. Like most of the…
The Publishing Assistant apprenticeship: its impact on Newgen and me
The difficulties of breaking into publishing are an open secret in the industry. The job market is saturated by publishing hopefuls with relevant degrees in…
What editors need to know about author care: tips from a publisher-turned-author
I began my publishing career in children’s publishing as an editor, long enough ago that I applied to a job ad in a physical copy…
Wednesday Wisdom: Creating Heligo Books
Catch up with the replay of our inspiring Q&A with Rik Ubhi, Editorial Director for Business & Smart-Thinking at Bonnier Books UK. During the …
Six new video courses launch for CAMPUS members
Six brand new BookMachine CAMPUS video courses are available for +CAMPUS members to start dipping into to upskill, reskill or learn new skills. BookMachine CAMPUS is our growing…
Organisations to support in Black History Month UK 2021 (and beyond) if you work in books and publishing
We all know that Black History in Britain mustn’t be confined to just one month – however, for some, Black History Month is an apt…
Five things you didn’t know about ghostwriting in 2021
Gotham Ghostwriters are a US-based ghostwriting agency with a pool of some of the best and most specialized editorial pros in the country. Founded by…
Join the Summer of CAMPUS!
With lots of people in publishing winding down for the summer months here in the Northern Hemisphere – some taking annual leave or logging off…
Wednesday Wisdom: Trade fiction editing at Hodder Studio
Catch up with our Wednesday Wisdom session with Sara Nisha Adams, Fiction Editor at Hodder Studio. During our chat with Sara, find out more about the …
Wednesday Wisdom: Art & inclusivity at Tate Children’s
Check out the replay of our Wednesday Wisdom session with Cherise Lopes-Baker, Commissioning Editor at Tate Children’s and co-founder and Editor of …
Talking Editorial (BookMachine Unplugged 2021)
Online Conversations and the Rise of Influence for Commissioning How can editors and publishers move beyond the traditional channels for commissioning…
Platforming Muslim stories and experiences: Interview with the founder of Muslim Voices in Publishing, Nazima Abdillahi
What led you to set up Muslim Voices in Publishing, and what are its aims? Part of me wanted to create a space that would…
Wednesday Wisdom: Photography & design editing at Thames & Hudson
Check out the replay of our Wednesday Wisdom session with Andrew Sanigar, Commissioning Editor for Photography and Design at Thames & Hudson. Dur…