Summertime Publishing

Our Authors on the FIGT Board

13/11/2019

We're delighted to announce that four of our authors have been appointed to the Board of Families in Global Transition (#FIGT) as directors.

Mariam Ottimofiore

Membership Director and author of This Messy Mobile Life

Valérie Besanceney

Program Director and author of My Moving Booklet and B at Home

Tanya Crossman

Logistics Director and author of Misunderstood

Linda Janssen

Sponsorship Director and author of The Emotional Resilient Expat

See the full list of 2019/2020 board members here

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Meet the Team at Summertime Publishing

28/9/2019

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Jo Parfitt, Managing Editor

Jo Parfitt is an accomplished and successful author, mentor, journalist and publisher with over 30 books and hundreds of articles under her belt. Her intuition and ability to see 'the big picture' make Jo the natural first stop for all new authors. She handles all intake appointments as well as the initial stages of book creation, brainstorming, planning and high level editing.

Jane Dean, Consultant Editor

Jane Dean is a writer and copy editor with years of experience under her belt covering commercial writing/editing, magazine/newspaper editing, editing of translations into English, and all genres of books. As a former associate of the Society of Editors and Proof Readers (UK) and member of the Editorial Freelancers Association (USA), Jane is qualified in both British and American English.

Paddy Hartnett, Proofreader

Paddy Hartnett is an experienced proofreader and a member of the Society for Editors and Proofreaders. He has a passion for the English language and a major obsession with getting things right, working closely with authors to help fine-tune their manuscripts ready for publication.

Cath Brew, Senior Designer

Cath is an illustrator, designer and heritage interpreter. In addition to illustrating her own book, Living Elsewhere, she has illustrated and designed a range of books, publications and heritage site signage. Cath’s fascination with visceral experiences and intangible meanings, makes her the ideal designer to transform your manuscript into the book of your heart’s desire. See more of Cath's work at Drawn to a Story

Jack Scott, Business Manager

Jack Scott is an author, blogger and book producer. Since releasing his evergreen expat memoir, Perking the Pansies, he has become something of an expert in the world of publishing. With a long career in business management, Jack is ideally placed to bring your book to market. And if you need help with your online presence, check out Jack's author2author services.

The Summertime Team also work with a worldwide network of partners each one an expert in their field.

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Announcing Jo Parfitt's New Website

21/9/2019

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Writer, mentor, teacher, speaker and publisher, Jo Parfitt, has just relaunched her website joparfitt.com designed by author2author. Come take a look.

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Write Life Stories in Tuscany - Early Bird Discount

15/9/2019

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The Watermill at Posara with Jo Parfitt - 09-16 May 2020

How to write your life story in a delightful setting in the heart of rural Tuscany — brilliant teaching and exquisite Italy all wrapped up in one fantastic week!

You will be in a beautiful historic watermill, set beside a river in a gentle valley, with stylish bedrooms in elegant buildings around the sunlit courtyard. You’ll take leisurely breakfasts and mouth-watering evening meals in the Watermill's new courtyard dining room (and also dine out in nearby restaurants to sample traditional dishes and local wines). The gardens, secluded millstream paths and riverside walks are all yours to enjoy.

Early Bird discount: book now!

If you book before 31 December 2019 there’s a £75 (pounds Sterling) per person discount on this fabulous 2020 writing holiday. To enquire about availability and/or to reserve your place, please email info@watermill.net or call (UK no.) +44 20 7193 6246.

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2020 Writing Holidays with Jo Parfitt

28/8/2019

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The Hague, The Netherlands

When	17th - 19th April, 2020, The Hague
What	Come be inspired by art and flowers in the delightful city, seat of the Dutch parliament. Visit the stunning Keukenhof Gardens when the bulbs are at their peak and the Mauritshuis, home of The Girl With a Pearl Earring. You will also have a few hours on Sunday 19th to explore at your own pace
Cost	£390 includes excursions, cocktails and canapés. Does not include accommodation or meals
Enquire	Email at jo@joparfitt.com

The Watermill at Posara, Tuscany

When	9th - 16th May, 2020 - 7 nights
What	Write Life Stories fully inclusive residential retreat hosted by Bill and Lois Breckon. This will be my fifth time at the mill. Come and learn how to write about your life in an exquisite setting. Includes 30 hours of lessons
Cost	Approx £1,800, depending on your choice of room
Enquire	More details and how to book on watermill.net

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Our Authors on the FIGT Board

Mariam Ottimofiore

Valérie Besanceney

Tanya Crossman

Linda Janssen

Meet the Team at Summertime Publishing

Jo Parfitt, Managing Editor

Jane Dean, Consultant Editor

Paddy Hartnett, Proofreader

Cath Brew, Senior Designer

Jack Scott, Business Manager

Announcing Jo Parfitt's New Website

Write Life Stories in Tuscany - Early Bird Discount

2020 Writing Holidays with Jo Parfitt

The Hague, The Netherlands

The Watermill at Posara, Tuscany

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