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SYP Scotland
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The Scottish branch of the Society of Young Publishers, supporting junior and aspiring publishing professionals.
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Join us on Nov 22nd for a relaxed social to learn more about SYP Scotland and the brilliant Glasgow Zine Library too!

We’ll have snacks, games, icebreakers, and a short intro to who we are and what we do.

Visit our website for more info on the event: thesyp.org.uk/event/syp-sc...
SYP Scotland: Social at the Glasgow Zine Library - The Society of Young Publishers
Join us on Saturday, 22nd of November (6:30-8:30 pm), for a SYP Scotland Social at the Glasgow Zine Library!
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November 16, 2025 at 9:53 PM
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Announcing the Scottish Christmas Book Fair!

The fair will feature tables of books from a range of Scotland’s brilliant independent publishers.

www.publishingscotland.org/event/scotti...
November 13, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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The SYP Scotland Mentorship Scheme is back for 2025! If you're based in Scotland and looking to break into publishing, this is your chance to get 1:1 support from industry professionals.

🗓️ Applications close Oct 26th
🔗 thesyp.org.uk/mentorships/...

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Scotland - The Society of Young Publishers
Welcome to the application form for the SYP Scotland mentorship scheme. This form is for those seeking their first permanent role within the publishing industry, who are based in Scotland. […]
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October 9, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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We’re excited to introduce the brilliant speakers joining us at SYP Scotland’s 2025 AGM! 📢 They will be sharing their experiences, insights, and advice on navigating the world of publishing. Check out their bios below and join us online tomorrow at 1pm! 👇
thesyp.org.uk/events/syp-s...
A photo of Alastair Horne, with the following bio: Alastair Horne began working at the University of Stirling in 2020, where he specialises in digital and academic publishing. He has previously worked in publishing for over a decade, and is also the author of several books. A photo of Marion Sinclair with the following bio: Marion Sinclair has more than three decades of experience in the book publishing industry, having worked at Polygon and taught on Edinburgh Napier’s MSc Publishing programme before joining Publishing Scotland in 2003. She is also a board member of MG ALBA, BookSource, and a committee member of the Sabhal Mòr Ostaig Library Advisory Group, and adviser to the Gaelic Books Council board.
May 2, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Join us for SYP Scotland’s AGM on May 3rd at 1pm! 📚 It's free, online, and open to all, whether you're starting out in publishing or just curious about what we do. Hear what we've been up to, meet the team, and find out how you can get involved.

Sign up here 👇
thesyp.org.uk/events/syp-s...
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April 28, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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Thank you so much for coming along to support the event, we're so glad that you enjoyed it. Thank you also for the really useful goodies, which came in very handy at the workshop! 📝😁
prepressprojects.bsky.social Prepress Projects @prepressprojects.bsky.social · Apr 23
Earlier this month, Prepressers attended the @sypscotland.bsky.social conference to learn about translation, young readers and ethical standards, and take part in a book-pitching workshop.📊

Thank you to the speakers, and to the talented @padraigmacaoidh.bsky.social for his wonderful performance!🎤🌟
A display of merchandise from the conference, including a programme, bookmarks, pens and the inprint magazine.
April 23, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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Our final guest announcement, @/m_tonsy on Instagram! It’s still not too late to get your ticket to our conference THIS Saturday!

Credit to Lee Lewis for this photograph

SYP Conference 5th April, Edinburgh

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April 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Want to gain valuable skills and make a positive difference to those looking to break into publishing? Then check out the remaining open roles for our 2025/26 Committee!

Applications are open until April 20th on the SYP website, if you have any questions, see our FAQs page or get in touch!
Graphic detailing the open roles for SYP Scotland's 2025/26 Committee. There are 2 Co-Chair roles, 2 Conference Lead roles, a Treasurer role and a Podcast Officer role still open.
April 3, 2025 at 12:47 PM
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A warm welcome to one of our final guests! Tickets are still available!

SYP Conference 5th April, Edinburgh

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April 2, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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Welcome to our next guest, @pressfuturist.bsky.social 🎉🎉

SYP Conference 5th April, Edinburgh

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April 1, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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Welcome @leahyeah.bsky.social with us as another guest for our conference THIS WEEKEND!

SYP Conference 5th April, Edinburgh

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March 31, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Our flash sale is now LIVE! Book your space at our 2025 conference through the link in our bio 🎟️📚

#evolvingnarratives #sypscotcon25 #sypscotland #literatureconference #publishingconference
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March 31, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Another guest announcement! Make sure to head to the link in our bio for tickets!

SYP Conference 5th April, Edinburgh

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March 30, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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BREAKING NEWS!!! Reduced ticket prices are coming in tomorrow's flash sale! Book your space through the link in our bio 🎟️📚

#evolvingnarratives #sypscotcon25 #sypscotland #literatureconference #publishingconference
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March 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Check out our next guest, and make sure to head to the link in our bio for tickets!

SYP Conference 5th April, Edinburgh

#sypscotcon25 #sypscotland #literatureconference #publishingconference
March 29, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Welcome to our next guest! Don’t forget to secure your spot for next week!

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March 28, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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Accessibility information for the upcoming conference- If you have further questions, feel free to let us know!

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March 27, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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Check out our next guest! Only a little more than a week to buy tickets!

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March 27, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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Welcome to our next guest, @/emma.hargrave.editorial on Instagram! 🎊🎊

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March 26, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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Join us and welcome another guest! Find out more @lighthousebks.bsky.social 🎉🎉

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March 25, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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UPDATED conference schedule!
Tickets are still on sale- link in bio 🎟️🎟️🎟️🎟️

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March 24, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Give it up for our next guest, you can find him @/kinhead on twitter!

Tickets are still on sale, link in our bio 🎟️🎟️🎟️🎟️

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March 24, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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A warm welcome to our next guest @/BeckyWojturska, Be sure to check out @/HauntPublishing, both on Instagram!

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March 23, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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Pause your scroll and help us give a welcome to our next guest! You can find her @rakelrank.bsky.social 🎊🎊🎊

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March 22, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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Next we welcome Rebecca Strong as a guest! Find out more about Selkies House @/selkieshouse on Instagram/Twitter

Get your tickets at the link in our bio 🎉🎉🎉

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March 21, 2025 at 1:24 PM