Jan 30, 2015 Posted by Simon Rose

Tips for Teachers: Author Visits Part Eight – Financial Considerations

No examination of author visits to schools and libraries would be complete without some mention of fees and honorariums. Fees naturally vary from one author to another and while writing organizations have recommended rates, usually calculated by the hour, it’s still wise to do your own research. While some authors charge by the hour, others may charge by the day, half-day or even per head. Prices also... read more

Jan 28, 2015 Posted by Simon Rose

The Sphere of Septimus Book Launch – Saturday, January 31

Join me this Saturday for the launch of my latest novel, The Sphere of Septimus, at Owl’s Nest Books from 2.00 to 3.30 pm.. “Eric isn’t too happy when he has to spend the summer with his eccentric father, Septimus Trinket, in the backwater village of Middle Wogglehole, deep in the heart of rural Derbyshire. In the isolated village, however, things are not quite what they seem. Eric meets... read more

Jan 27, 2015 Posted by Simon Rose

Tips for Teachers: Author Visits Part Seven – School Tours

In addition to school visits in their local city or geographic area, authors often travel and usually try to arrange tours of schools in other parts of the country. This can involve a working week in an area, with either full days at five different schools, ten half-day visits, or a combination of this. Such tours can be a challenge for an author to organize, considering the bookings themselves and all... read more

Jan 19, 2015 Posted by Simon Rose

The Sphere of Septimus Book Launch – Saturday, January 31

Join me for the launch of my latest novel, The Sphere of Septimus, at Owl’s Nest Books from 2.00 to 3.30 pm.. “Eric isn’t too happy when he has to spend the summer with his eccentric father, Septimus Trinket, in the backwater village of Middle Wogglehole, deep in the heart of rural Derbyshire. In the isolated village, however, things are not quite what they seem. Eric meets Jessica, who... read more

Jan 12, 2015 Posted by Simon Rose

Tips for Teachers: Author Visits Part Three – Booking an Author

There are a variety of ways to book an author for a school visit. Personally, I deal with all the school bookings myself and all inquiries come to me either directly via email or through my website and other places online, such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other sites. Most authors have websites with their contact details, even if the authors don’t administer the sites themselves. With other... read more