by Maria Tumolo | Apr 10, 2016 | Book Events, Diversity, Lifestyle, Publishing
Oh what a night! On Thursday, I attended my first publishers launch event and it was sensational. Hosted at the Free Word Centre in Farringdon, the Cassava Republic event began with an Igbo traditional welcome and pouring of the water libation. Heartfelt welcomes and...
by Maria Tumolo | Jun 11, 2015 | Book Events, Diversity, Publishing, Writing
When I began researching and writing my picture book with my children and other mixed race children in mind, I realised how limited the book industry is in the UK. I had to purchase books from the USA. In one instance I waited over a month for a book to arrive. How...
by Maria Tumolo | May 14, 2015 | Lifestyle, Natural Afro Hair, Natural Hair, Natural Hair and Self-Esteem, Natural Hair Event, Publishing, Well-Being, Women's Rights, Writing
It’s not often that I get full day to myself. Hubby now works slightly less hours. When he’s at home, I tend to seize the chance to go out and do my thing. Last Saturday was one such day. I attended two events, in London! Some months ago I’d won a VIP ticket to attend...
by Maria Tumolo | May 1, 2015 | Book Events, Children's Literature, Publishing
Recently I attended the London Book Fair, for the first time. The market focus for the 2015 fair was Mexico. I wore two caps on the day; blogger and aspiring picture book writer. The first thing that struck me was the amount of men in the industry. I suppose on a...
by Maria Tumolo | Apr 18, 2015 | Publishing, Reading, Writing
I’ve been asking myself this question for a few months. Should I self-publish? Backwards and forwards I’ve been, while editing my manuscript and researching the publishing process, both traditional and self-published route. My main reason for wanting to self-publish...
by Maria Tumolo | Mar 14, 2015 | Book Events, Publishing, Writing
It’s two weeks since I attended a book event hosted by Head & Heart Publishing Services. A mate of mine, who I’d been speaking to about my book, sent me the Eventbrite link. It seemed just the ticket, and it was FREE – what’s not to like, right? I arrived...
