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David Hambling

@TheJoyofPages

I am a freelance copy editor, proof reader and typesetter, looking to network with people so that I can develop my business The Joy of Pages

 England, United Kingdom
thejoyofpages.co.uk
Joined September 2018
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Not long now... 🕚 Last chance to win FREE tickets to a creative writing masterclass from this year's judges, bestselling author @JoannaCannon (for fiction) & 2022 Birmingham Poet Laureate @MrCaseyBailey (for poetry). 📌19th July, 11.59 pm ENTER HERE: bit.ly/AURORAPRIZE
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This is a very difficult time for everyone, why not do something creative and have a go at writing your first book! #WritingCommunity #writers #books #Covid_19 #CoronaCrisis
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I don't really watch tv and am rarely on track with what "Everyone Else Is Watching." I do find myself taking long absences from reading though. There never seems to be a real reason, often just that I don't have the time and fall out of the habit! (1)
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So are you a TV or a book person. Or are you both? Let me know in the comments and include what you are watching/reading at the moment 😄 (2)
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MA in Publishing @DerbyUni alumnus David: “#BeTheBoss @DerbyUniEnt support programme helped me understand how to run a business & establish @TheJoyofPages in a really competitive market”. Be inspired by David’s success ow.ly/uRdt50yiapW #DerbyAlumniSuccess #StayConnected
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As important as this is, sometimes you have to stick to the boring words otherwise you end up writing: "Snape!" ejaculated Slughorn... #HarryPotter #verb #grammar
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New Infographic: "16 Boring Verbs & What to Use Instead" grammarcheck.net/boring-verb…
16 Boring Verbs & What to Use Instead (Infographic)

16 Boring Verbs & What to Use Instead (Infographic)

Just like food, your writing needs spice. This infographic will help you turn the most basic and mundane verbs into scintillating ones. Ready to upgrade your writing? Then take a look at this handy...

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Back to the children's books again! As I have said before, they hold a special place in my heart. So, what's your favourite children's story? Is it one from your childhood or something new you have stumbled across while reading to your own children? (1) independent.co.uk/arts-enter…
The best books to read your children in 2020

The best books to read your children in 2020

Bedtime these days is about reading your children self-reflective picture books about loving oneself and the planet, says Charlotte Cripps, as well new potential classics by the best authors 

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Mine is an obscure one in Britain but a well known American folk tale: The Tailypo. You can listen to it at the following link: youtube.com/watch?v=U-f9PDmC…
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I had a great day at the university of Derby internship fair. I met some great people and awesome businesses! @derbyunibiz @DerbyUni #business #internship
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A simple feast for the eyes today as we start another week! (1) #bookcovers #art #history
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The Art of Book Covers (1820–1914)

The Art of Book Covers (1820–1914)

Selection of book covers produced during the bookbinding revolution of the 19th century and beyond.

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We are nearly into the second month of the year and climate change is a "hot" topic. One of my goals with this business is to help children's authors get published. (1) #environment #books #climatechange #childrensbooks
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Today I found an article listing books that help parents or teachers talk to children about the environment in a way they can understand (2) Link to follow: #environment #books #climatechange #childrensbooks
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bookriot.com/2020/01/31/chil… (3) #environment #books #climatechange #childrensbooks
As we stretch hopefully towards payday... (How many months-long is January again?!) Here are some motivational, literary quotes to boost your mood. #business #literature #january #Caturday independent.co.uk/arts-enter…
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I'm at the @BeestonNetwork tonight. If you're here come say hi! #businessnetworking
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Working hard or hardly working. #betheboss #derbyuni #ilovemyjob
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Has a book ever scared you or caused you nightmares?🤔😨👻
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Having a great day working in the Enterprise Centre on Bridge Street @DerbyUni. Getting stuck in with some editorial! @DerbyUniEnt @DerbyUniAlumni #books #booklovers #Editorial #ilovemyjob
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