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Caroline Deacon   Writer

Having written ‘Teach Yourself: Your Toddler's Development’, Caroline can offer anyone writing a book honest appraisal and constructive criticism. Her first novel has recently been accepted by a major literary agent.

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£1.02 / min*

Jacqueline Burns   Literary Agent & Consultant

A literary consultant and literary agent, Jacqueline has worked with best-selling author Paolo Coelho. A chat with her can definitely help get a non-fiction book idea off the ground.

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£1.23 / min*

John Williams   Motivation Coach

Qualified coach John enjoys helping people start projects they’ve put off for too long. As a former senior managing consultant at Deloitte, he can provide inspiration in many areas of business.

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£2.37 / min*

Claire Frank   Journalist and Writer

Claire wrote about her experiences in the anthology ‘The Map of Me’, and can help people increase their chances of getting published – as well as encourage them when faced with rejection.

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£1.02 / min*

Elizabeth Gates   Writer

Life coach Elizabeth helps people achieve new perspectives on life by using creative writing, and as a published writer herself she can advise on getting published.

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£1.02 / min*

Jane Bidder   Writer

Under her pen name Sophie King, Jane has written best-sellers including ‘The School Run’. She’s also a freelance journalist for major UK magazines and newspapers, and enjoys advising budding writers.

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£0.50 / min*

Tom Evans   Writer's Unblocker & Author's Mentor

Tom’s an author who’s passionate about helping other writers and authors get over creative blocks. He often uses the writing process as a healing tool and is a trained hypnotherapist specialising in past life regression and future life progression.

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£1.53 / min*

Kirsty McLachlan   Literary Agent

As a TV and film agent and consultant, Kirsty gives people the best tools to make their dreams happen. She helps people wanting to know about any aspect of the industry.

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£0.00 - £1.00 / min*

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