The HarperCollins Author and Design Academy trains and supports writers and designers from underrepresented ethnic backgrounds, with the aim of helping them to become commercially successful in the publishing environment. The six-week programme, in which we equip enrolled students with the tools to succeed in the publishing industry is free to attend. Our aim is to help motivated and dedicated students who are able to participate in, and navigate, the publishing industry. The Academy was founded by Rose Sandy who overees and leads every aspect of bringing it to life. Currently in its third year, the academy has graduated over 200 students, with many finding their paths in publishing and writing careers.
I wish something like this had existed when I was starting my author career. It’s brilliant that 90 writers a year will be able to add to their skills and also participate in this industry.“
The Academy trains and supports writers and designers from underrepresented ethnic backgrounds, with the aim of helping them to become commercially successful in the publishing environment.
The Academy provides a warm and supportive environment for eligible students. It assures that once students have completed our courses, they will take part in the publishing industry.
The Academy Alumni network exists to ensure students can continue their learning and connection to the publishing industry.
The Academy has lined up some amazing guest speakers for the each of the courses; Writing Fiction, Writing Nonfiction and Writing for Children. Our new design courses launch autumn 2022.
The Academy delivers high-quality instruction in creative writing, covering adult fiction, nonfiction, and children’s writing delivered by industry professionals. September 2022 will see the launch of the design strand which will provide a solid understanding of design for commercial publishing.