emma layfield
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Director of @CBNAgency and @books_north Based Manchester š
Manchester, England
Joined September 2014
THE NEWS IS OUT! Iāve launched Childrenās Books North Agency @CBNAgency to represent Northern and Scottish writers and illustrators. Iām thrilled to be starting CBNAās journey with Bethan Clarke, Lucy Farfort, Jess Mahy, Francis Martin, Rachel Plummer and Michael Whaite. š
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Calling all publishing hopefuls! Get insider knowledge on submissions, pitching, and becoming an agent from one of the northās most mission-driven literary agents Reserve your place https://t.co/2eqybLhL04
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Promotes mental stimulation through play. Tap the video button or check the comments to get yours now. View more: https://t.co/hoV497xKet
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A much needed hike after a busy week. Ready for tomorrowās @books_north Christmas social in York now! šš„
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3 @books_north Prize Roadshows @durhambookfest @thereaderorg @GrimmAndCo and 2 pop-ups events @ThoughtBubbleUK @mcranimation completed and now we are planning for the online roadshow in January with Ness Wood. Big thanks to the wonderful CBNN committee.
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I spent the morning @GrimmAndCo doing 1-1 portfolio reviews. I met so many talented illustrators who have amazing careers ahead and I canāt wait to see their submissions for the @books_north Prize. šš A big thanks to everyone who braved the torrential rain to come and see us.
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A brilliant workshop with @bethanwoollvin today as part of the @books_north Prize Roadshow @GrimmAndCo Bethan shared her style journey & held a collage workshop focused on the importance of creative play in your work. The results were transformational for some illustrators.
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Wrapping up warm for a 6am start to Rotherham today for a day of @books_north Prize roadshow events at the wonderful @GrimmAndCo . Iām doing 1-1 portfolio reviews, so canāt wait to meet lots of budding illustrators who want to submit to the prize! š
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In this Northern Highlight, we interview Skye McKenna, a writer based in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland. She talks to us about Stonewitch, the fourth book in the Hedgewitch series. Link in bio for full interview š
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It may not be finished yetā¦ but an official kitchen opening Sunday roast with my family today meant everything ā¤ļøā¤ļø
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It may be freezing outside ā¦ š„¶ but Norman nice and toasty indoors! ā¤ļøš¶
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Very happy to be doing this event with the wonderful Michael Rosen at Goldsmiths on 17 December. Tickets available now. https://t.co/hYmxmwrgfa
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Professor Michael Rosen and David Almond OBE in conversation on childrenās literature and the IBBY Hans Christian Andersen Award.
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In this Northern Highlight, we interview Mike Edwards, an author based in Teesside. He talks to us a bit about Riverskin, his debut novel. Mike is also working on his second book The Voice in the Flames! Link in bio for full interview š
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Another busy weekend for CBNN discussing all things CBNN Prize! Our Co-lead & Publicist Beatrice Cross and Network Champion & Social Media Lead @Georgina_Reads_ are representing CBNN at the wonderful @ThoughtBubbleUK in Harrogate!
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In this Guest Northern Highlight, Sara tells us about Stockroom, which is Stockportās new creative and cultural space and town centre library. Sara is the Library Project Manager. Link in bio for full interview š
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Decorator has broken his legā¦ so we have painted the kitchen all day! Very happy to be now sat in our local before painting resumes tomorrow! š„ š²
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Delighted to be @mcranimation today with @books_north promoting the CBNN Prize. If you are an animator and have an interest in illustrating childrenās picture books, come and say āhiā. š We are in the Marketplace @BridgewaterHall
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Christmas is coming at The Horse & Jockey Chorltonā¤ļøš² š„
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Loved every second of the @books_north Prize roadshow @thereaderorg We met some amazing new talent at the portfolio reviews, followed by a fantastic illustrator workshop with Nicola Slater and a fascinating talk with Jarvis. Canāt wait to see the submissions for the Prize š
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š New members announcement š We are delighted to welcome four new members to CBNN. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to: Megan Blount, Ruby Allen-Cadman, Steph Bellwood, and Hannah Welch. We are so excited to have you all on board š
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Iām @thereaderorg on Saturday doing FREE illustrator portfolio reviews as part of the @books_north Prize Roadshow. Tickets still available! Also, check out the brilliant events with Nicola Slater and Jarvis: https://t.co/YsnP76SZFu
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