Don’t fall into the trap of writing a typical fantasy novel. Here are some tips that will help you write a fantasy novel that is different, new, and maybe even better.

You’re about to sign your first book deal, what happens next? Jonny Geller, Managing Director of Curtis Brown Books offers his advice on what questions you should ask, understanding the terms of the contract, discovering if your contract is negotiable and whether you need an agent to negotiate it for you, selling other rights to your book, and when can you expect to receive the money.

Alexandra Pringle, Editor in Chief of Bloomsbury.com, gives expert video advice on: What should I do if the publisher asks me to make revisions before they’ll accept my submission? I’ve been asked to make revisions – can I ask for development money? How long does it take to go from acceptance to publication? How will I be informed if I have been accepted? How do I accept an offer? and more…

Writing your novel is only half the battle – next you have to get published. It’s tough for a first-time writer to get their book into the hands of the top publishing industry pros. This instructional video will show you what to send to literary agents and publishers to create a winning first impression and make them want to read on, plus what to send and how to package and present your novel.

You may be the next big thing in writing – a natural novelist with a flair for fantastic fiction – but you won’t get anywhere with publishers unless you present your book like a pro. This video will show you how to format your novel pages, how to lay out your text ready for typesetting, advice on font and all the top tips you need to create a slick-looking, blockbuster book.

Writing a book takes dedication, determination, hard work, and – most importantly – time. There’s no easy fix to finishing your first novel, but this video has some handy hints that might help you find the time to write. Learn how to find time, make space and keep distractions at.