Guest blog: The power of seeing yourself as the hero (Serena Patel)

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Undiscovered Voices finalist Serena Patel (UV2018) shares the importance of making sure children can see themselves in the stories they read and how diverse voices are a gift to every reader. Seeing yourself as the hero Imagine loving stories, inhaling… Read more

UV Masterclass report, part 3

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This year’s Undiscovered Voices preparations are bigger than ever with our very first UV Masterclass series proving hugely popular. But if you missed out, don’t panic! Here’s a breakdown to clue you in. Our final report focuses on HOOKING YOUR… Read more

UV Masterclass report, part 1

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This year’s Undiscovered Voices preparations are bigger than ever with our very first UV Masterclass series proving hugely popular. But if you missed out, don’t panic! Here’s a breakdown to clue you in. Each of the three sessions focused on… Read more

Guest blog: Being inspired by the past (Susan Brownrigg)

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In our latest guest blog post, Undiscovered Voices finalist Susan Brownrigg (UV2016) reveals the joy of using historical settings and research, as well as offering advice on how to use both effectively. Being inspired by the past A question I’m… Read more

Guest blog: The joy of deadlines and other tips for success (Anna Brooke)

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In our latest guest blog post, a recent Undiscovered Voices finalist, Anna Brooke (UV2020), shares her story of procrastination, pandemics and promising publishing potential.  The joy of deadlines and other tips for success I’d been a journalist and travel writer… Read more

Guest Blog: The Secret Power of Critique Groups (Helen MacKenzie)

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Our second guest blog reveals the secret behind the success of three of last year’s finalists. Helen MacKenzie (UV2020), whose extract was Hagstone, illuminates the power of giving and receiving feedback to improve a writer’s chances of success.  The Secret Power… Read more