This month’s writing prompt was Reflections. Here we showcase all the responses that were submitted Reflections prompt: light reflects colors and shapes onto surface. A face distorted by refractions and disillusionments; it’s difficult to tell what is really there. In the glass there’s a mirror image, a doppleganger, something familiar yet not quite how it… Continue reading Reflections: September Prompt Responses
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8 Books to read for Haunting Season
by Charlie Fabre & Vic Bromley Even though the UK weather might not know it yet, it’s autumn and we’re fully prepared to curl up with a nice spooky book by the fire, wrapped up in blankets, hot chocolate and slice of pumpkin pie in hand! Isn’t this just the best season for book lovers?
Sending your work to Literary Agents: how to
by Charlie Fabre Sending your work to literary agents for future representation (and publication!!!) can be quite an intimidating thing. But it doesn’t have to be, and the procedure is actually quite easy once you get the hang of it! Here’s a quick guide for all of you with finished manuscripts and pamphlets who are… Continue reading Sending your work to Literary Agents: how to
Take this Quiz to See Which Swim Issue is Your Vibe
Answer these 10 easy questions to see which Swim Press issue matches your aesthetic
Our Favourite Queer Authors
While we support queer authors all year round, as it’s Pride month there is even more reason to celebrate LGBTQ+ writers. Here are some book recs to add to your Pride TBR
If you Loved this Book, Read this…
Let’s play a game where we give you a book recommendation based on the books you already know and love
I’m a Fan by Sheena Patel Review
Every year we have reviewed a book longlisted for The Women’s Prize for Fiction, and this year we’re a fan of one book in particular
How to Get Proofs from Publishers
Is there a new release coming out that you’re really excited for? So excited, in fact, that you need to get your hands on it right this minute, right now? It’s not as hard to do as you might think, so here is a short guide on how to ask
5 Audiobooks you should Listen to
Over the past few months I’ve listened to many audiobooks, and I hope this list serves as helpful guidance for selecting your next audiobook, or persuades you to mix up your reading habits and give audiobooks a go
Swimming in the Dark: A Review
One of my favourite pieces of queer literature, Swimming in the Dark, definitely flew under many people’s radar and deserves more love
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