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BONUS SPECIAL – Human Authored: a certification for writers
As we await regulation to ensure control, transparency and remuneration for writers in the AI space, how are readers to identify human-authored work? What can authors do to assert their human-authored voice in an increasingly noisy field?
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Lunchtime learning – Why you should stand for the Board
Join this panel discussion to hear from current board members and learn more about why you should stand for election this year. With four seats available, this is your opportunity to add to the diversity of perspectives and influence the strategic direction of the Society of Authors over the next few years. Election to the…
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Professional Development – How to ask for what you need: Gaining confidence to speak up while navigating barriers in publishing
The publishing process can make any author feel powerless. Many of us hesitate to ask for what we need or doubt our right to take up space. In this Professional Development session with Lisa Christie, a Chartered Coaching Psychologist, we’ll explore practical tools to help us speak up, confidently request what we need – including…
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Feel Good Friday – Mindfulness for those with busy minds or busy lives
This short session is designed for people who want to master mindfulness but find it difficult to find the time to meditate. It’s based on a 6-week course originally developed for the Plum village order of Zen Buddhists (based on the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh). The course aimed to make mindfulness accessible for people…
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How I write – in conversation with Cerrie Burnell
Grab a cuppa and get to know author, actor and ambassador Cerrie Burnell. Cerrie is in conversation with author, editor and screenwriter, Jasmine Richards, discussing her work and career and offering a glimpse into her creative routines. This event was part of the SoA Awards wrap around series.
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Funding Week | Professional Development – Crowdfunding
Since 2020, 77 Publishing has raised over £350,000 through crowdfunding to publish new books from both established and emerging creators. Join CEO of 77 Publishing Ltd, Ben Cullis as he discusses how to create, run and manage a successful Kickstarter campaign with Comic Creator, Hannah Berry. This event was in conjunction with the SoA’s Comics…
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Funding Week | Professional Development – Sustainable work for writers: Finding roles that support your creative practice
Many authors seek supplementary or flexible work at different stages of their careers, yet the current job market can feel opaque and fast-moving. This session hosted by author, career consultant and writing coach, Patricia Marques, offers practical, up-to-date guidance on navigating employment options in a way that supports, rather than sidelines, creative practice. We will look…
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Funding Week | SoA Grants and Funding FAQs
The SoA gives away over half a million pounds in grants every year to authors. These are drawn from multiple charities and include grants for works in progress, funds to support authors in financial need, and support for authors attending events, retreats, and accessing archives across the country. In this session Natalie Thorpe, Grants and Prizes Design Manager, and Rose Hensher, Grants and Prizes Administrator, discuss all the funding opportunities available from the SoA.
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How to Protect Against Scammers: A Guide for Authors
This guide from the SoA and WGGB sets out how to spot scams, how to report scams and where to get expert advice.
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Professional Development – Speaking with presence and poise: Confident communication for authors
Whether you’re preparing for a book launch, a public reading, or a media interview, how you communicate matters as much as what you say. In this interactive online session hosted by Ronke Lawal, you’ll learn practical tools to develop vocal confidence, physical presence, and mental clarity. Through guided exercises and real-world examples, we’ll help you…
