Showcase

The Literary Consultancy is excited to be working on an innovative showcase for its writing talent, initially in association with Staple Magazine. See TLC Showcase Introduction for more on the inception of the Showcase and please see below for where it is now.

Once a month we will highlight the work of one author whose work we believe deserves a platform, whether simply because our readers felt it worth championing, or whether we have helped the writer on to commercial publication.

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Shere Ross

“Yara Sweeney sat on a Southern Rail train facing her six-year old daughter Mali, as the packed station platform at Clapham Junction slid into view. The unseasonably warm Sunday morning had flushed people into the streets like ants from the earth after heavy rain. An army of football fans in red and blue shirts swarmed the platform, so Yara was glad she’d left home when she did—at least she and Mali had seats. As the football fans boarded she hoped they’d lay off the chanting and the unwelcome banter, but what were the odds of that?”

From ‘Games & Optics – included in the showcase

“TLC’s Chapter & Verse development programme focuses on technical aspects of writing while supporting writers holistically. During the scheme, I attended workshops and sessions on topics such as self-care for creatives, coaching, and mechanics of the publishing industry. The flexibility of accessing sessions on demand or in person was a major advantage. Much of the support I received was brilliantly orchestrated by Joe Sedgwick. I was mentored by Lizzy Attree, who provided considered and constructive feedback. Jacob Ross, author and assistant editor at Peepal Tree Press, also read my work—his attention to detail, guidance, and encouragement were invaluable.” From the Introduction

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Showcase

Shere Ross

Previous Showcase Authors

Terry Cudbird