The UK trade union for all types of writers, illustrators and literary translators.

12,500 members and counting.

Empowering authors since 1884.

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This year’s judges will select shortlists and winners for 11 prizes and scholarships
From campaigning on contracts, AI and author incomes to distributing £2 million in hardship grants during the pandemic
The report echoes and endorses SoA calls for better contract terms, consent and remuneration mechanisms from AI developers and the appointment of a Freelance Commissioner