
NEW BOOK CELEBRATES #IWD2023
08/03/23
A new book by Dawn Jarvis has just been launched in time for this year's International Women's Day. It is a collection of real stories from real women who share the turning points that shaped their lives. Thank you, Dawn, for entrusting us with this fantastic book!

MADDY ANNOUNCED AS FINALIST FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
08/02/23
We are so excited for Maddy who has just been nominated as a finalist for the FSB (Federation of Small Businesses) Awards. She'll be attending the awards ceremony on March 17th where we wish her the very best of luck. It is a much deserved accolade and we're all very proud of her.

HOW WILL A.I. AFFECT YOUR WRITING?
25/01/23
Heard of ChatGPT? If you haven't, you will soon. It's the brand new A.I. tool that is taking the world by storm. But is it something that poses a threat to writers or is it actually a useful tool? We had a LIVE discussion today with our friends at West View IT. Watch it again by tapping the link below.

TRUE STORIES FROM LATE DIAGNOSED AUTISTIC WOMEN
08/11/22
A fantastic new resource from autism coach, Nicky Collins, has been published that draws on true stories from ten women from around the world. This is an inspirational read for anyone looking for advice on how to live their life in their own way and we've enjoyed guiding it through the whole publishing process. Congratulations, Nicky!

INTRODUCING OUR INTERN!
21/7/21
We're delighted to welcome Lizzie to our team. Lizzie is an English graduate and is currently working towards her MA. She is particularly interested in historical, Victorian and children’s literature.

IT'S OFFICIAL; COMBAT2COFFEE MAKE THE BEST BREW!
05/02/23
Wharfside House recently hosted Stowmarket's Chamber of Commerce morning networking, with fabulous coffee supplied by Combat2Coffee. Nigel and his team do a great job in supporting veterans through his venture - you can find out more information by clicking the tab below.

SOFTWOOD'S CHRISTMAS TREE
24/11/22
If you're passing Stowmarket Library before January 3rd, pop in to see the Softwood Self-Publishing Christmas Tree! We're really excited to be a part of the town's Christmas Tree Festival and you might just recognise some of the 50 handmade decorations on our tree...

ABORIGINAL ART AND ANCIENT WISDOM INSPIRES NEW BOOK
26/10/22
When leadership coach, Dawn Jarvis, met indigenous artist, Munu Wuthuga Dardakiin, she knew she'd found the perfect way of illustrating her new leadership model. Based on the concept of leadership through ancient wisdom, we're delighted to have seen Dawn's book through the publishing journey.

MADDY TO APPEAR AT PRIMADONNA FESTIVAL 2022
27/06/22
We're delighted that Maddy Glenn will be offering a self-publishing surgery at the forthcoming PrimaDonna Festival in Stowmarket in July. A steller line-up of guests are promised at this year's festival including Kit de Waal, Joanne Harris, and La Roux. Get your tickets by following this link!

SOFTWOOD RESPONDS TO BBC RADIO MONEY BOX
25/06/22
BBC Radio recently broadcast an interesting discussion on the pros and cons of self-publishing. It was great to hear this coverage and Maddy has written an article responding to the issues raised. Tap the link to hear the programme again and to read her response.

YOUNG CANCER SURVIVOR LAUNCHES HIS BOOK
04/03/23
Suffolk-born Jake Andrade was diagnosed with leukaemia in his early teens and kept a journal of his treatment and subsequent road to recovery. We've been privileged to support Jake through his publishing journey and his book that tells his remarkable story is now launched!

SOFTWOOD SUPPORTS IPSWICH HOSPITAL FUNDRAISING DINNER
30/01/23
Held at Royal Hospital School, Holbrook, Saturday's charity fundraising dinner was hosted by Babergh Council Chairman, Councillor Kathryn Grandon. We were proud to donate a lovely bundle of books to the raffle, raising money for our local hospital's Blossom Appeal.

WE TALK ALL THINGS SELF-PUBLISHING AT PRIMADONNA
01/08/22
Our first ever workshop at the beautiful PrimaDonna Festival took place on the last day of July, to a packed audience! It was great to hear everyone's writing journeys so far and to be able to suggest routes to publishing and marketing that could work for them. Control is the buzzword!

"SOFTWOOD'S ENTHUSIASM AND DRIVE IS INSPIRATIONAL"
16/08/22
We were delighted to recently attend the Prestige Awards ceremony in London where we received our trophy for Self-Publishing Specialists of the Year, London & the South-East! It was great to have our former intern, Lizzie, with us to share our success. Onwards and upwards!