The Society of Young Publishers
Another testament to England’s South East as a major centre for books and literature is this fantastic organisation, which supports people looking to succeed in the competitive world of publishing. Whilst its largest branch is in London, the Oxford division is hot on its heels due to being both a major centre for publishing and … Read more
The SYP Conference 2011
The following post is cross-posted with the Society of Young Publishers’ online magazine, InDigital, and was written by Annual Conference Chair Aaron O’Dowling-Keane. The Oxford Book Project will be on display and the Oxford World Book Capital team will be exhibiting, so go out and show some support for the WBC and the SYP! It’s … Read more
Blog Update and News
This is embarrassing. I’m sure if you follow this blog at all or follow it on Facebook or Twitter, you noticed the complete lack of noise over the past two weeks. I’ve been a bit busy, to say the least, and with a trip to Paris and a lot of things happening with The Society … Read more
Events: This week and in the future
Ten long days of silence from me… it’s a busy time at work and there’s some great events happening all over Oxford which have kept me away from my desk and out in the world instead. Here’s some more that are coming up: Strengthening Your Digital Strategy: Case Studies in Social Media, Wednesday, 28 September, … Read more
The Oxford Book Project
Recently, the Oxford Society of Young Publishers held an all-day event to support our World Book Capital bid. The event focused on providing design skills to people working in publishing through the creation of an eBook titled The Oxford Book Project. The completed eBook features chapters dedicated to the literary scene in Oxford from author … Read more
Edinburgh Bound
You’ll have to forgive my lack of posts this week and early next as I’m heading to Edinburgh for a spontaneous bank holiday trip! I’m hoping to see some of the Fringe Festival shows, already have a ticket for the Military Tattoo (why not?), and I’m eyeing some great events from the Edinburgh Book Festival. … Read more
Green Publishing
This post has been cross-posted from InDigital, the online magazine for the Society of Young Publishers. It was written by Chris Boor, Co-Chair of the Oxford SYP. It’s not easy being green. Or so a frog puppet with ping pong ball eyes once informed me. However, since the song’s debut in 1970, the environmentalism movement … Read more
Introducing the 2011 SYP Oxford Committee
This post is cross-posted from InDigital, the online magazine for the Society of Young Publishers. If you’d like to get involved with the SYP, join our Facebook groups (Oxford and UK). Anyone can join, regardless of age! Who are the people behind the SYP? Here are some facts about the book-lovers who make up this … Read more
Summertime and the living is easy
Despite the recent downpour of rain and cloudy weather, there are still loads of events (many outdoors) which will keep you busy for a while. We’ve got reading groups, plays, authors, festivals and general publishing events on the radar. If you don’t see your event here, please send me an email so I can add … Read more
Kim Scott Walwyn Award Winner
The Kim Scott Walwyn Prize is the first award to recognise the professional achievements of women in publishing. Kay Peddle, assistant editor at Vintage, won the Prize yesterday evening at the Free Word Centre in Farringdon, London. Helen Fraser, former Penguin UK managing director, delivered the keynote speech on women and success. Kate Jury, chair of the … Read more
