From Dream to Deal: Real Talk About Writing and Publishing

From Dream to Deal: Real Talk About Writing and Publishing

  • Ages 16+

Creative Industries Festival talk: Harper Collins author Ola Awonubi and her publisher Charlotte Ledger discuss breaking into publishing

By School of Arts & Creative Industries

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Location

Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability

University Way London E16 2RB United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour
  • Ages 16+

Creative Industries Festival talk

From Dream to Deal: Real Talk About Writing and Publishing

In this candid conversation, HarperCollins author Ola Awonubi and Charlotte Ledger, Publisher, One More Chapter Books, Harper Collins share the real story of what it takes to break into the publishing world today. This session lifts the lid on how to turn your passion for storytelling into a career. From finding an agent to handling rejection, building a sustainable writing life beyond one book, and understanding what publishers are really looking for—this session is packed with practical insight, encouragement, and insider knowledge from one of the UK’s biggest publishers.

WHO IT’S FOR:Aspiring authors, poets, storytellers, self-taught writers, creative writing students, and anyone curious about writing professionally or building a career in publishing.

Don't miss out on this chance to take your writing career to the next level. Reserve your spot today!

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Sep 4 · 11:30 GMT+1