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Meet Our New Novelicious Contributors!

Earlier this year, we put a call out for new contributors and were absolutely overwhelmed by the fantastic response we got. Not only are you guys fabulously talented and clued up when it comes to books, but you really, really like Ryan Gosling. A lot.

We finally invited two new contributors to join the team (you may have seen them pottering about on these pages recently), and thought it was time we asked you to join us in an official initiation. So, without further ado, a massive welcome to awesome new Novelicious recruits Zarina and Emma! Here’s a little bit of information about these two lovely ladies:

Zarina de Ruiter – Contributor

Zarina grew up in the Netherlands and fell in love with all things English while she devoured stories from the likes of Enid Blyton and Roald Dahl from a young age. She's been living in London since 2010 and nowadays mainly reads women's fiction, literary fiction and the classics – with a dash of young adult thrown in when the mood strikes.

Zarina works as an online editor and spends a lot (ie. mostly all) of her spare time reading book after book after book. She is also an avid theatre-goer, culture fiend, globe trotter and lover of cake, Canada, Cath Kidston, cats, cheese, chocolate and cookbooks.

Head over and say hello to Zarina on Twitter @zarinatweets or on her lovely blog pagetostagereviews.com.

Have You Signed Up for the Novelicious Newsletter? Hitting an Inbox Near You Tomorrow

Bookish recipes, fiction shorts, interviews with bestselling authors and super exclusive features from some of your favourite writers, the Novelicious Newsletter will be hitting an inbox near you tomorrow – have you signed up yet?

This month, we put your questions to Novelicious favourite Sophie Kinsella in an exclusive Twitterview (we also have a beautiful, signed Wedding Night bookplate to giveaway), we quizzed Carole Matthews, Katie Fforde and Fanny Blake on all things lurve and that’s just for starters.

If you fancy an excuse to take a five minute break with a cuppa and some top secret bookish goodness tomorrow, be sure to sign up for our mailing list in the column on your right. It’s like a covert book party right there in your inbox. BYOT (Bring Your Own Tea).

Until tomorrow!

Novelicious is Hiring!

You guys, there are so many great books to read. So, so many. We can barely keep up! So, in our continued effort to Read All The Books in the World, we’re looking to bring a new, fabulous, book-loving reviewer onto the team. Could it be you? Here’s a little information about what our ideal, new teammate will look like:

• Ryan Gosling

We kid, we kid. But Ryan, if you are interested, call us. Here’s what we’re really looking for:

• Someone who genuinely, genuinely loves reading and geeking out over books.

• Someone who is able to commit to reading and reviewing a book every week or two.

• Some blogging experience already under their belt (not essential, but would be great).

• Able to attend some UK based events on behalf of Team Novelicious (usually in London).

See you in a week!

Hello. We are taking a little break.

Novelicious will be updated again on September 9th. Mostly because we are doing some site maintenance and a little bit because we have a bunch of duvet days booked in. 

If you're still in need of your bookish fix, our archives are Chock-A-Block with super content for book obsessives and writers alike.

Have a great week. We will miss you. *virtual train rides away, dabs virtual eye with virtual handkerchief*

Until Next Year!

Chick Lit Reviews Domain Change

We wanted to let y'all know that following a team change, the Chick Lit Reviews blog has recently altered their website and domain names. They are now called Chick Lit Reviews and News and are residing at http://chicklitreviewsandnews.com/. 

Their site will continue to be updated as normal and there will be no change to popular features such as American Weekends and Do Judge A Book By It's Cover.

Be sure to update your bookmarks and google readers and if you have any questions you can contact editor, Leah at chicklitreviews@gmail.com.

Cheers! 

Kirsty x

Manuscript Appraisal Service - Blank Page Editorial

 

 Blank Page Editorial is a brand new Manuscript Appraisal service set up and run by Bookseller and Creative Writing Graduate, Kirsty Pole.

Kirsty tells us,

" Blank Page was created for every writer who has a manuscript and wants honest, professional advice and feedback on what to do next. Our aim is to help developing writers negotiate their way in the commercial literary market, from offering professional manuscript appraisal to advice on appealing to both literary agent and publisher.

We provide detailed, critical assessment across all genres 
including; Fiction (Crime and Fantasy included, specialisation in Chick Lit and Romantic Fiction), Non-fiction, Children’s books and film/tv scripts at every stage of development.

We also offer advice and guidance on how best to present your manuscript for consideration by agents and can help create a professional portfolio for your work that incorporates the specific submission guidelines that certain agencies require in order to avoid the slush pile..."

For further information about Blank Page Editorial or to arrange a submission, you can contact Kirsty the following ways...

Blank Page Editorial Website

Facebook

Twitter

 Email - info@blankpage.co.uk

OR you can call on 07525055883

 

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Novelicious is Hiring!

UPDATE 10/04/11

*After a fantastic response we've been able to fill all the positions listed. We are no longer accepting applications. Thanks so much to everyone who applied and please keep an eye out for new roles in the future...*

We've been having a think and we've decided that it's about time we expanded our little team into a slightly bigger team. We are looking for book lovin' bloggers to fill the following roles...

Two Women's Fiction Reviewers

Over the next few months we'll be introducing more general women's fiction (historical/romance/general women's fiction/hen lit) into our reviewing repertoire and are looking for two bookaholics to review for us.  We are looking for a commitment of one or two reviews a week (all books sent out to you). We might sometimes ask you to write a guest post or conduct an author interview, or even select some of your favourite book covers for us to showcase.

You must have blogging experience (knowledge of typepad preferable but not essential) and know your Chris Manby from your Christina Jones!

One Chick Lit/Romcom Reviewer

We are looking for a commitment of two reviews a week as well as guest posts or news items. You should be mahoosive chick lit fan and have some blogging/reviewing experience.

Newsletter Editor

We are looking for someone who can prepare and send out a monthly newsletter to Novelicious subscribers and help out with social media presence - twitter/facebook, etc.

If you are interested in any of the above then why not -

Send us an email kirsty@novelicious.com Use the subject header to tell us which position you're interested in.

Sending us the following things would be awesome -

• A review or guest post that you have written. Something you think would fit nicely on the site (don't worry, we won't use your words unless you join the team).
• A link to your blog
• A bit of info about you and why you'd be good for the role

Bits and Bobs

The above positions are initially unpaid. What we can offer you is more free books than you could ever dream of, some great contacts within the UK publishing industry (women's fiction in particular) and a jolly good experience on a popular and friendly website.

We are looking for UK applicants.

We will keep these positions open until we find the bestest people for the site!

I guess that's it for now! Look forward to hearing from you. If you have any questions at all then get in touch!