Getting Your Book to the Shelves

Learn how to excite commissioning editors, attract agents, and peek the interest of booksellers, keen to place it on competitive high street shelves. Packed with practical advice from leading figureheads in the world of children's books, this session is for anyone looking to enter the children’s book market, whether through traditional publishing or independent self-publishing. Panel discussion followed by practical Q&A and networking - come along, say hello, ask questions and share ideas.

Maria Tunney is Senior Commissioning Editor at Walker Books, the world's leading independent publisher of children's books.

Robert Bounce is MD of Bounce Sales & Marketing, the largest UK based sales and marketing agency for children's publishers, representing over 30 publishers and well known for having the largest specialist children’s books sales team in the UK.

Helen Boyle is Managing Agent at specialist children's agency, Pickled Ink, with over 15 years experience in the children's publishing industry.

The panel will be chaired by Lucy Reynolds, children's writer and co-founder of independent publishers, Doodles & Scribbles.

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