Local Spotlight: Belfast and Beyond
Our local groups are the backbone of the Society. We like to shine a light on the great work our members are doing around the country.
This month, Belfast and Beyond
National Year of Reading
The Society of Authors supports the aims of the National Year of Reading and welcomes renewed national attention on literacy.
The advisory team on: scams
Our advisory team with advice on scams affecting authors
CWIG – let’s talk about publicity
CWIG Committee member Lydia Monks discusses the pros and cons of different approaches to publicity for authors
The 2023 Goethe-Institut Award winning translation
We spoke to winner Rob Myatt about his journey and the art of translation
Book buying choices that work for everyone
We take a look at how different book buying options affect retailers and authors
Artificial intelligence: practical steps for members
Suggestions from the SoA’s advisory team to protect yourself and your work from the impact of new technologies
Sustainability in publishing
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Is it a scam?
The SoA’s advisors warn about misleading websites and unsolicited emails
A letter from the SoAiS to the Scottish Government
The Society of Authors in Scotland urges the First Minister to stop cuts to libraries
How can we turn 21st century children into readers?
Literary specialist, Sue Palmer, considers how to motivate children to read within education
Chairing is caring
Chairing literary events sounds like a good way for authors to earn while waiting for those royalty payments to trickle in, but there is more to it than meets the eye. Here are some top tips from expert chair Sarah Broadley.