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Welsh Books Council

Welcome


This website is being developed by the Welsh Books Council as a comprehensive source of information about the book industry. Pages will be added regularly and existing information will be augmented and kept up-to-date. If you would like to suggest new topics for inclusion or if you wish to post details of your own business, please contact us. 

On the Welsh Books Council's corporate website www.books.wales you will find full details of our services and campaings and our www.gwales.com website allows you to search for information about books from Wales, and order securely online should you so wish.

Directories

Lists of organisations, companies and freelance individuals relevant to the publishing sector in Wales.

Advice

Simple, clear introductions to the essentials of the publishing world under individual headings.

Latest News

World Book Day 2019

World Book Day 2019 - 8 Feb 2019

Welsh Books Council announces two new titles to celebrate stories and reading with young people.

Tales on the Rails are Back!

Tales on the Rails are Back! - 4 Feb 2019

'Mam-gu a Fi' on Tour in Ceredigion. This February, the Welsh Books Council have organised another event with a difference as part of their successful  @LlyfrDaFabBooks  scheme.

From climate change to post-truth: Wales hotly tipped for literary talent-spotting - 28 Jan 2019

Literature Wales has today announed its investment in new writing and literary talent with its list of 2019 Writers' Bursaries and Mentoring Scheme recipients.

Firefly Set to Soar - 24 Jan 2019

Quarto Translations investment deal sparks bright furture.

Promoting Plurality Amongst English-Language Magazines - 15 Jan 2019

The Welsh Books Council has announced that seven English-language magazines have been offered grant support during the next funding period, with exciting new voices emerging alongside long-respected publications.