As we draw a close to 2025 we wanted to thank everyone who has joined us for our events over the last year, whether that be online or in person, or if you’ve been able to catch the recordings from our #SoAatHome programme via our Vimeo Channel.
Join author-illustrator Yiting Lee for an interactive workshop on character design for picture books. No prior experience required. You'll need:
✏️ Pencils
📖 Paper
🎨 Coloured pencils or watercolours
💭 Your imagination!
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If you're thinking about retirement you won't want to miss our session on pension retirement options. This is the final event in a series of three. Register now via the link. If you missed the first two sessions, SoA members can access the recordings on our Resources page. buff.ly/J9vOX1S #SoAatHome
To coincide with Grief Awareness Week, we're hosting a lunchtime session normalising grief and encouraging open and frank conversation that encourages us to both look for and offer support. We hope you'll join us. Follow the link to book your place.
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Don't miss The Big Conversation, on 17 November, 11am to Noon.
Join us for a week of activities focused on Author Care. We kick off with our #SoAatHome Big Conversation, chaired by SoA’s Chief Executive, Anna Ganley.
Shortlists will be announced on 1 December 2025, and the awards will be held in February 2026.
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Shortlists will be announced on 1 December 2025, and the awards will be held in February 2026.
#TranslationPrizes #SoAatHome
Take a look at our website to find out more and book your place.
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Industry Insider – Understanding Access Forms and Riders – Tools for Disabled, Chronically Ill and Neurodivergent Authors with me, @pollyrowena.bsky.social @portyliterary.bsky.social Hannah Knowles and Ama Badu.
13th November
14:00 - 15:00 GMT
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There'll be an opportunity to put your questions to him too, so don't miss your chance.
Book your place on the link in our bio or below.
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Next Thurs, I'll be talking to co-translators @cctranslates.bsky.social and @dances-with-voles.bsky.social as part of the @societyofauthors.bsky.social #SoAatHome events. We'll be talking translation & celebrating the release of their co-translation of Nino Haratischwili's "The Lack of Light".
Our #SoAatHome programme of online webinars is designed to give support on the business of authorship.
From dealing with publishers and marketing your book, through to the nitty-gritty details of pensions and finance, these sessions provide valuable knowledge, insight, and reassurance.
Often, what happens next is we freeze and do nothing.
Join Mindset coach, Kelly Weekes in this session looking at what overwhelm is, how to break out of it when it strikes, and tips on how to avoid it.
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Our #SoAatHome programme returns on Friday for its Autumn/Winter season.
We kick off with Feel Good Friday – Breaking free of overwhelm.
Overwhelm can happen to us all. That sense that there is just too much to do, that you don’t know where to start.
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Join Mindset coach, Kelly Weekes in this session looking at what overwhelm is, how to break out of it when it strikes, and tips on how to avoid it.
Reserve your spot here
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Our #SoAatHome autumn season kicks off in earnest on 19 September, with our Feel Good Friday session, Breaking Free of Overwhelm.
Overwhelm can happen to us all. That sense that there is just too much to do that you don’t know where to start. Often what happens next is we freeze and do nothing.
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We drew our Spring/Summer #SoAatHome season to a close last week with a How I Write session with the fabulous Nydia Hetherington (@NydiaMadeWords.)
Nydia was in conversation with Claire Wade to discuss her work and career and to offer a glimpse into her creative routine.
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It was an absolute joy to welcome @wmarybeard.bsky.social to #SoAatHome last week, in conversation with our very own Theo Jones
There were so many brilliant moments to choose from, ranging from Mary's typical writing day to what (if anything) Ancient Rome has to teach us about modern leadership.
Just attended the best webinar where Professor Mary Beard spoke about her work and her writing process. Honest, generous, and just downright interesting - a brilliant scholar and a wonderful human. Thank you @wmarybeard.bsky.social
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#SoAatHome with Mary Beard. What a wonderful way to spend the afternoon. Thank you, Mary.
There is still time to get your hands on a ticket to How I Write, with Mary Beard, this Thursday (10) at
Our Spring/Summer season of events is drawing to a close with two How I Write sessions with the fabulous Mary Beard (10 July) at 2:30.
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And much more besides.
Check our event listings for details in the bio, and to book your ticket.
If you can't make it to London, you can still join us online as part of the #SoAatHome programme.
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Listen to the latest Advisory Clinic’s podcast ‘Funding matters' which discusses the latest on funding opportunities in England, Scotland and Wales.
It was recorded earlier in the summer as part of our #SoAathome funding event.
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And for our translator members, on 3 July, David Colmer and David McKay will be in conversation with Jane Davis to discuss their work and career and to offer a glimpse into their creative routines.
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The Week Ahead at #SoAatHome:
Join us as our online events kick off in July.
The 2025 Management Committee nominations are now open. This is your chance to influence the strategic direction of your union.
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Great @societyofauthors.bsky.social workshop today with Ronke Lawal on taking charge of your personal brand. Energising and practical. Obviously rocking @chapelhillchild.bsky.social 's
Wear and Resist 'poet' necklace. #soaathome #persisterhood Fun to meet writers across diverse genres in the chat.
The Week Ahead at #SoAatHome:
Two important Professional Development sessions this week.
On 10 June, How to build your personal brand. Join Public Relations specialist, Ronke Lawal for this interactive and engaging session for authors and creatives to learn how to boost their personal profiles
