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Literature Guide

Artists, crafts people & businesses involved in literature.

Sue Wilkins Childrens Author

Sue Wilkins Childrens Author

Matlock, Derbyshire

My five story books are suitable for children aged from birth to 8 years old. Each book ...

Smart Skincare

Smart Skincare

Woking, Surrey

Smart Skincare – the naked truth - In this book, skincare specialist and consultant Dawn ...

David Glare Illustrator

David Glare Illustrator

Lancing, West Sussex

I have been painting and drawing illustrated artwork books about my youngest son growing ...

Sally Aviss

Sally Aviss

New Romney, Kent

Sally Aviss comes from East Kent, but her love of sailing has taken her to many coastal ...

artydi

artydi

StAnnes, Lancashire

THE SKITLETS story books are proving very popular with the younger children. These friendly ...

Laura Huartson Illustration

Laura Huartson Illustration

Southampton, Hampshire

I sell a range of handmade and original items, including cards, notebooks, prints and ...

Angie Langley Author

Angie Langley Author

Salisbury, Wiltshire

Angie’s books are based on her true-life experiences inspired by the highs and lows of ...

Lit and Lifestyle

Lit and Lifestyle

Weir, Lancashire

Lit and Lifestyle has emerged from Number 10 Literature + Lifestyle, an independent bookshop ...

Vickie Johnstone

Vickie Johnstone

Greenwich, London

Hi, I have written 17 books. The books: The Kiwi Series: about a magical cat from ...

Macky Monster

Macky Monster

Camberley, Surrey

Macky Monsters Daddy Works Away is my first childrens book aimed at 2-6-year-olds. It ...

Puddy Muddle

Puddy Muddle

Southampton, Hampshire

Around 5 years ago, in between the births of my real babies, my darling Toby and Ellen, ...

Charlotte Byrne

Charlotte Byrne

Chatham, Kent

Charlotte Byrne is an author, artist and PhD student at Queen Mary University of London. ...

Nick Mylne

Nick Mylne

Deddington, Oxfordshire

I have written a small humorous book about my flying career. It has sold well in the ...

Author Pauline Manders

Author Pauline Manders

Stowmarket, Suffolk

Locally based author Pauline Manders writes crime novels (fiction) set in Suffolk. The ...

Books Livros Livres Libros

Books Livros Livres Libros

Woodley, Berkshire

My name is Ana Rita. Im a mum of 2 year old boy and I work as nurse. I always loved reading. ...

Averil Branson

Averil Branson

Gosport, Hampshire

I write paranormal novels. My books are ‘Watching Over Me’ and it’s sequel, ‘Reaching ...

Kids 4 Kids

Kids 4 Kids

Cardiff Bay, The Vale of Glamorgan

KIDS4KIDS is an organisation which, working alongside our sister organisation, KidsWhoWrite, ...

HQ Art and Illustration

HQ Art and Illustration

Todmorden, West Yorkshire

Harriets work has a folksy, contemporary, painterly feel. She is inspired by the Pennine ...

Shop for Books with Mrs

Shop for Books with Mrs

Ipswich, Suffolk

Beautiful personalised Usborne book gifts. From baby showers, birthdays and Christmas ...

ITSADRAW Ltd

ITSADRAW Ltd

Bicester, Oxfordshire

STARTING AS A LOCKDOWN VENTURE IN THE HEIGHT OF THE PANDEMIC, WHILST LOCKED IN THE HOUSE, ...

Indy Publishing

Indy Publishing

Bexleyheath, Kent

Former Big Cat Keeper / Author Martin D Hill with over 20 years experience, working with ...

Wilde Girl Designs

Wilde Girl Designs

Buxworth, Derbyshire

Wilde Girl Designs A collection of cute and sometimes cheeky characters brought to ...

Cool kids with cool minds

Cool kids with cool minds

Westbury, Wiltshire

The Meditation Story Posters and books have 6 different dragons who are 6 different colours ...

Susan Hartlebury

Susan Hartlebury

Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire

Illustrative work in cards, childrens books and poetry books. Self published Sea Salty ...

Maureen Brown

Maureen Brown

Salisbury Wilts, Wiltshire

I work from home and my books are published locally by Riverside publishers of Woodford ...

Steph Johnson Stories

Steph Johnson Stories

Salisbury, Wiltshire

Children’s author who has just published ‘Steve The Stick’ - a wonderful story of Harry’s ...

Hays Den Designs

Hays Den Designs

Tonbridge, Kent

I am Hayley, a professional Freelance Graphic Designer with heaps of experience in both ...

Sue Pacey

Exhibitor

Chesterfield, Derbyshire

9 published novels, Beekeeper selling own honey and crafts

VICKY NORMAN

Exhibitor

Marlborough, Wiltshire

I have written and self-published four childrens books. They are beautifully illustrated ...

Montgomery and Dartington

Exhibitor

Evesham, Worcestershire

Marisa Knight was born in the North Cotswolds, and has been writing stories for children ...

John Lawrence

Exhibitor

Fareham, Hampshire

I am an author of fictional books, 2 published so far. My Son and I provide personalised ...

Poetry Space Ltd

Exhibitor

Barrs Court, Bristol

We design, create and publish poetry books, handmade cards and gifts.

A collection of guides from the literature section.

Childrens fiction

childrens fiction serves as the inaugural touchpoint for young minds on a quest for imagination and understanding. This genre not only entertains but also educates, offering life lessons artfully disguised within the folds of narrative and character development. Spanning an array of sub-genres - fantasy, adventure, and moral tales, to name a few - childrens fiction can captivate the young while igniting a lifelong love for reading. A well-crafted guide to this fascinating genre offers invaluable insights into selecting age-appropriate titles, decoding themes, and fostering discussion, thereby enriching the reading experience for both child and caregiver alike.

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Fiction

In the vast realm of literature, the fiction guide serves as a beacon, illuminating intricate worlds and characters born from the depths of imagination. It navigates readers through tales woven with magic, love, and intrigue, charting courses across both time-honoured classics and avant-garde novelties. With each page, one embarks on journeys unknown, encountering realms where realitys boundaries blur and the fantastical reigns supreme. The fiction guide, thus, isnt merely a directory its a passport to countless adventures awaiting the discerning reader.

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Illustration

Illustration is the art of creating images to accompany or enhance a written text, and it is a powerful tool for communicating ideas and telling stories. To create effective illustrations, an artist must possess strong drawing skills, an understanding of composition and colour, and an ability to convey emotions and moods through their images. Whether working on a book cover, editorial illustration, or advertising campaign, an illustrator must be able to tailor their work to the specific needs of the project. This guide will provide an overview of the key elements of illustration and offer tips on how to create compelling and visually striking images.

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Nonfiction

Nonfiction is literature which is based on true events offering opinions or conjectures upon facts and reality. It is used in written works such as biographies, text books, journalism and manuals,

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Poetry

Poetry is a form of literature that uses language to convey emotions, ideas, and experiences through the use of imagery, metaphor, and other literary devices. It can take many forms, from structured verse to free-form prose, and it often explores themes such as love, nature, and the human condition. Poetry can be both a personal and universal form of expression, allowing the poet to explore their own emotions while also connecting with readers on a deep and meaningful level. Through its use of language and form, poetry can provide a powerful and moving experience for both writer and reader alike.

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