• Why we signed a project that deals with rape

    February 17, 2018 Blog

    In the middle of December, Jody Medland held a meeting with Elisa Iannacone on the understanding he would listen to details of her latest project. However, he prefaced the meeting by saying the small team here at PWM were so busy, it was unlikely we’d be able to help. The rest is history.

    PWM: So you walked into the first meeting confident you couldn’t sign another title?

    Jody: That’s right. I met up with Elisa because we’ve …

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  • How I used art to overcome trauma

    February 7, 2018 Blog

    When you were sexually abused, you drifted into a period of isolation. To anyone that hasn’t experienced this, is it possible to explain what that’s like?

    It felt like being swallowed by an ocean of pain, in the middle of a storm, trying to get out without knowing the way up. I couldn’t explain it, I could only feel it and barely try to make it through the next minute. The world felt like a foreign …

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  • New title uses art to deal with rape

    December 3, 2017 Blog

    With all the press recently given to sexual conduct, and the endless following debates that were sparked about what does and doesn’t constitute a sexual attack, it was simply impossible to ignore the pitch presented to us by artist Elisa L. Iannacone for her book The Spiral of Containment: Rape’s Aftermath.

    We’ve known of Elisa and her work for many years, and it seemed she was destined for a career as a cinematographer when disaster struck: …

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  • Screenwriting

    December 1, 2017 Services

    Whether you are a novelist seeking a screenwriter to adapt your novel, a production company with a solid concept you wish to progress, or just somebody with an idea, we offer both consultation and screenwriter services.

    Due to the business of our writers’ schedules, they are no longer able to accept on-spec work, but are always willing to consider paid screenwriting assignments should the project be of interest to them.

    The first step is to contact us …

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  • Editing & Proofreading

    December 1, 2017 Services

    Every single writer is on a different journey, which means they have a variety of wants and needs.

    It could be that you wish to use a specific piece of work to attract the interest of a literary agent. Maybe your wish is to self-publish, but you don’t yet have the contacts to ensure your work is of a high enough standard to be sold.

    Whatever your reasons, we offer both editing and proofreader services. Simply let …

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  • Creative Writing Seminars

    December 1, 2017 Services

    JODY MEDLAND is a confident and engaging public speaker. What’s more, he’s a writer who is active in the publishing and filmmaking industries.

    After 20-years of studying what makes a great story, he has created a number of 2-hour seminars that teach valuable core principles to new writers. These include:

    How to write a novel
    Understand the roles of publishers and agents
    Map out your story in the most exciting way
    Learn tips and tricks to help structure your novel
    Create a book that will …

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  • The Guardians – Free Book Giveaway

    September 26, 2017 n/a

    SUCCESS! YOU’VE FOUND YOUR WAY TO A
    FREE COPY OF THE GUARDIANS

    If you’re reading this, you should already be familiar with the mystical world of Allentria, which author Elana A. Mugdan has been building for over 10-years! The Guardians is a world enrichment book that slots in perfectly between Dragon Speaker and Dragon Child, so hit the button below and enjoy a special insight into the world of the Gods who rule Allentria.

    Still haven’t …

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  • Radio Interview at The Voice FM's New Studio

    Radio Interview with Jody and Elana

    September 22, 2017 Blog

    On Monday 18th September 2017, local publisher Jody Medland and American author Elana A. Mugdan were invited to The Voice FM’s shiny new studio in Barnstaple for a radio interview about books, talent, and – perhaps most importantly – dragons.

    In the hour long interview, Elana discusses what’s new in the world of Dragon Speaker, including the forthcoming audiobook version due for release on 15th October 2017, which just so happens to be her birthday!

    Elana went …

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  • 5 Coldest Literary Villains of All Time

    August 21, 2017 Blog

    Nothing has the power to suck us into a story like a good villain, and the meaner villains are, the more we want our hero to win, and the quicker we turn those pages.

    Here’s a list of what we consider to be the top 5 villains in literary history. Let’s see if you agree!

    5. Annie Wilkes, Misery

    Many people have Kathy Bates’ portrayal of Annie Wilkes down as one of the most chilling performances in the …

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  • A bleak look at a High Street in the future

    20/20 Vision on the Future of Bookselling

    June 30, 2017 Blog

    Independent publishing company Pen Works Media is aiming to remove its entire collection of book titles from Amazon by the year 2020 in a move to help bring more value to high street retailers.

    In April 2017, British retailers across the UK were hit hard with rising business rates due to new laws installed by the government, whereas online powerhouses Amazon are set to have their tax bill reduced despite recording exceptionally high profits, shifting the …

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