Opportunity-led routes into publishing with Curtis Brown Creative's founder Anna Davis

In this episode, Tamara speaks to Robert Kingett- disability activist, published author and romance aficionado- about his tumultuous but ultimately inspiring career in publishing. Robert speaks passionately about what activism can look like in publishing, highlighting the need to decentralise traditional heteronormative and ableist voices and recenter marginalised LGBTQ+ and disabled voices trapped in the periphery. Beyond this, Robert talks about his love for romance, both fictional and otherwise, and his hopes for engendering a more inclusive picture of what love can look like. We also cover the pros and cons of AI and meditate on what it will mean for the future of publishing.  Robert KingettCaneandable.social: @weirdwriterRobert's Website and Blog: https://robertkingett.com    Episode Transcripthttps://otter.ai/u/ZMQ99eDUqhV0zXW7mwcPFemR4F8?view=transcript&tab=chat Hosted and edited by Tamara Letts (SYP South West Digital Content Officer)X/Twitter: @SYP_UKWebsite: https://thesyp.org.uk If you have any questions about this episode or wish to partake in the show, drop us a line at [email protected] 

This week's host, Ireland's Rachel Cahill, sits down with Róisin Cremin to discuss the science of bookstagramming and her work in highlighting authors with disabilities. Having been an online book reviewer for a number of years, Róisin gives the listeners tips and tricks of what she has learned - including how she got an advanced copy of one of Sally Rooney's  newest book (!). Róisin has also just established her own press called 'Hear My Voice Press' with the aim of showcasing the overlooked voices and stories of people with disabilities. 

In this episode, Sarah speaks to Flo Lacey – scout at London Literary Scouting – about the role of scouting in the publishing industry. Flo explains what a literary scout does, delving into the highs and lows of her role, along with providing advice to those wishing to break into this less-well-known area of publishing. We also cover interesting details about what may make a book a good candidate for translation or adaptation to the screen.Hosted and edited by Sarah Allen-Sutter (SYP London Podcast Officer)Twitter: @SYP_UKWebsite: https://thesyp.org.uk  If you have any questions about this episode or wish to partake in the show, drop us a line at [email protected]

In this episode, Sarah speaks to Emma Kiesling – audio assistant for Bonnier Books UK and fellow publishing podcaster – about working in audio publishing. Emma explains how she found her way into audiobooks, what a day on the job looks like, and how her role as audio assistant interacts with other departments. We also discuss what makes a good audiobook and answer the highly debated question: Does listening to an audiobook count as reading?Mentioned in this episodeUncovering Publishing podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tau7XGdgqjepfjYYpxq6Q?si=c2a6ad5d76004c6a Episode transcripthttps://otter.ai/u/3GN5Cp8Bh_kJdT0pLIhx-bhgSsQ?utm_source=copy_url Hosted and edited by Sarah Allen-Sutter (SYP London Podcast Officer)Twitter: @SYP_UKWebsite: https://thesyp.org.uk  If you have any questions about this episode or wish to partake in the show, drop us a line at [email protected]

This week Ireland's own Rachel Cahill will be speaking with Tara O'Malley and Cormac Culkeen - two thirds of the creative minds behind the brand new literary magazine 'Ragaire.' In this episode our host will pick their brain on the essential steps behind commissioning and editing, the future of the Irish language at home and abroad, the supportive publishing community despite the lack of jobs, and the psychological trauma of the dreaded 'sraith pictiúr.' You won't want to miss this episode!

In this episode, Eleanor speaks to Jake Hope – Chair of the Carnegie and Kate Greenway medals, board trustee for Lancaster LitFest and freelance children's book consultant – about the role of a Sensitivity Reader. Jake speaks candidly about the importance of sensitivity reading in the publishing industry, identifying outdated stereotypes and biases, and working with authors in a solution-focused manner. We also cover the potential challenges and risks associated with sensitivity reading (or lack of it), including potential repetitional damage for publishers and the industry as a whole.Jake HopeTwitter/X: @Jake_HopeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-hope-08a74572/?originalSubdomain=ukBooks by Jake Hope: https://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/author/6383/Jake-Hope.htmlThe Yoto Carnegies (Chair): https://yotocarnegies.co.uk/Mentioned in this episodeJustin Somper's 'Pirate Academy' series: https://www.curtisbrown.co.uk/client/justin-somper/work/pirate-academyVirginia Woolf quoteUCLan Publishing MA Course: https://uclanpublishing.com/courses/Episode Transcripthttps://otter.ai/u/_fL0oT9pnAL_krJ-uSkPyXw-sFA?utm_source=copy_urlHosted and edited by Eleanor Bowskill (SYP North Podcast Officer)Twitter: @SYP_UKWebsite: https://thesyp.org.uk If you have any questions about this episode or wish to partake in the show, drop us a line at [email protected]

In this episode, Evie talks to the managing director and founder of Curtis Brown Creative, Anna Davis, about the CBC's incredible opportunities. CBC run their annual Discoveries competition, in which their shortlist of winners has just been announced. Anna is also responsible for the Breakthrough Writers’ Programme for under-represented writers, which offers tailored scholarships and 9 months of mentoring to under-represented writers https://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/breakthrough-writers-programme. This episode focuses on the importance of these opportunities, as well as how the CBC champions emerging writers to get into and ahead both as novelists and in the publishing industry.Helpful links: https://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/bloghttps://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/creative-writing-coursesFollow Curtis Brown Creative on X: @cbcreativeTranscript: https://otter.ai/u/Q87zgkZCrG3RTuhf_1c5CTaxb1I?utm_source=copy_urlHosted and edited by Evie Coley (SYP UK Podcast Lead). X: @SYP_UKWebsite: https://thesyp.org.uk If you have any questions about this episode or wish to partake in the show, drop us a line at [email protected]

Continuing our segment on international publishing perspectives, host Rachel Cahill speaks with Valeria Barbon who is interning as an Editorial Assistant at Guido Tommasi Editore, an award-winning publisher in Milan. They talk about the logistics of preparing cookbook manuscripts, the benefits of having InDesign experience, and the importance of just putting yourself out there.Valeria Barbon@valeriabarbonMentioned in this episode:Guido Tommasi Editore: https://www.guidotommasi.it/ Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/60879779 A Modest Proposal by Jonathan Swift: https://www.britannica.com/topic/A-Modest-ProposalHosted and edited by Rachel Cahill (Ireland Podcast Officer)Twitter: SYPIrelandInstagram: @sypirelandIf you have any questions about this episode or wish to partake in the show, drop us a line at [email protected] 

Have you ever wondered about the inner workings of publishing companies in different parts of the world? This week's host Rachel sits down with Alessia Fiorello, who until recently worked as a Junior Marketing Manager for an educational digital textbook company called Deutschfuchs in Bonn. In this episode, they discuss the differences between Germany and the rest of the world, the essential tools needed to market books online, and the unexpected perils of book fairs.Alessia FiorelloInstagram @booksbyalessiaMentioned in this episode:Deutschfuchs: https://deutschfuchs.de/english/PISA Reports, The State of Learning and Equity in Education: https://www.oecd.org/pisa/On Earth We Are Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/41880609 Episode Transcript:Hosted and edited by Rachel Cahill (Ireland Podcast Officer)Twitter: @SYPIrelandInstagram: @sypirelandIf you have any questions about this episode or wish to partake in the show, drop us a line at [email protected]

In this episode, Eleanor speaks about eBook piracy and intellectual property to Dr Wayne Noble – Digital Director at UCLan Publishing, Lecturer in Digital Publishing at UCLan, and published criminologist. Wayne expertly discusses the various routes publishers might take to discourage illegal downloads, including using digital formats as a marketing tool. We also discuss the benefits of learning hard skills like Photoshop and InDesign, especially when looking for a career in production or design. Lastly, Wayne gives a final farewell to his UCLan Publishing colleagues as he takes the next step in his career.Dr Wayne NobleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-noble-26b29b2/?originalSubdomain=ukUCLan Publishing (Digital Director): https://www.404ink.com/https://uclanpublishing.com/University of Central Lancashire (Digital Publishing Lecturer): https://www.uclan.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/publishing-maMentioned in this episodeUCLan Publishing MA Course: https://uclanpublishing.com/courses/Neil Gaiman: https://www.openculture.com/2011/12/neil_gaimans_free_short_stories.htmlEpisode Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/f9ejuizBdEB-8JwQT3UOd90rnlY?utm_source=copy_urlHosted and edited by Eleanor Bowskill (SYP North Podcast Officer)Twitter: @SYP_UKWebsite: https://thesyp.org.uk If you have any questions about this episode or wish to partake in the show, drop us a line at [email protected]