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  • Academy Book Prize
  • audiobook publishing division
  • Black Women Writers
  • British Book Awards
  • academic appointment
  • people Libraries Team
  • children's books

    • Authors report ‘worst ever delays’ with advances and royalties as some forced to survive on loans — survey

    Authors report ‘worst ever delays’ with advances and royalties as some forced to survive on loans — survey

    Authors report ‘worst ever delays’ with advances and royalties as some forced to survive on loans — survey

    More than half of respondents to The Bookseller’s survey on advances and royalties revealed problems, with some describing decade-long delays due to "financial terrorism", and some reporting a reliance on loans, hardship grants, and foodbanks.

    Frances Elks promoted to publisher at Ladybird after joining in March

    Frances Elks promoted to publisher at Ladybird after joining in March

    “Her passion for the preschool market and the very best storytelling for our youngest readers is evident, and I am excited about the future of Ladybird under the leadership of Frances as publisher and James as art director.”