The Beta Betty is born

The Beta Betty is born

April 19, 2012 · by em · in ,

In 2010 and 2011 I was working the slush-pile for Sheila Drummond, literary agent. There was nothing better than watching a writer I’d championed sign with the agency (and this happened several times I’m happy to say) but there was…

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The Modern-Day Editor

The Modern-Day Editor

July 20, 2011 · by em · in , , ,

No one would describe me as cutting edge but I did feel thoroughly modern yesterday, writing a manuscript assessment for the highest bidder on the Authors For Japan auction with the iPad to my right and my (very shiny and…

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A Little Help

A Little Help

March 17, 2011 · by em · in , ,

The enormity of what’s happened in Japan is difficult to comprehend. I’m sure that like me you’ve had recent moments of thinking ‘the world’s gone mad’ and ‘what’s the point?’ But what’s inspiring is the quiet bravery and dignity of…

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