MA in Publishing

MA in Publishing

Blog

As a cohort of editors, designers, readers and writers, we certainly have a lot to say – consider our blog your backstage pass to the exciting work undertaken by our MA Publishing students!

These insights will discuss a range of topics, including how-to guides for the industry, literary icons of the region, and behind-the-scenes access to the processes that created our upcoming publication. Our blog allows us to continue important dialogues and encourage meaningful change within the industry; the power of writing is one way that we can connect in transformative ways to our audience, and each other.

Welcome to our Blog

“…we hope you enjoy reading what we have to say.”

A warm welcome from us to you.

Smuggler Gothic: Dark Tales from the Sunny South-West

“… the fact that horror can lurk beneath the surface of the places we love.”

A list of some of the best, most menacing and most terrifying novels set in the region.

The Importance of Regional Writing

“… It is important to question, therefore, just how much is lost this way.”

An exploration of how regional writing allows for an authentic portrayal of the UK’s literary landscape.

Hunting for Outrage: Is There a Diversity Problem Concerning Men in the Publishing Industry?

“… Because that’s why the industry has diversity problems.”

An insightful and impassioned account of diversity panels and the misogyny of crying male exclusion.

Am I a Bookish Influencer Yet?: Reviewing Books, Proofs and Samplers from the 2024 London Book Fair

“… I’m now going to live my Booktokker dream and chat about some of these exciting upcoming releases.”

A wonderfully compiled list of new books to add to your TBR.

An Open Letter to the Publishing Industry: Love, the South West

“…You have the power to create something rare, and meaningful. Why wouldn’t you?”

Our open letter to the industry – inspired by the Northern Fiction Alliance, and hopefully to inspire many more.