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We give voice to new writers who care about ideas and innovation. We inspire new creative conversations with readers. We’re here for stories that matter.

We’re an independent publisher with social enterprise at our heart; fostering creativity and encouraging fresh approaches to storytelling and storymaking to create, nurture and share stories that matter.

 
 

Our futures now: Barnsley 2030 – the place of possibilities



From the resilience shown during the pandemic to what people want to see, through real scenarios and imagined moments, the future of Barnsley comes to life. These stories and poems glimpse the future and show what is at the heart of this borough: proud, confident, and determined people. Out now.

Watch out for the beautiful bold and seriously big (A2!) handmade version of the book by artist Cath Long.

 

In our shoes: Experiences of children and young people in the family justice system



Launching in January 2022, this book shows what it’s really like to walk in the shoes of children and young people as they navigate often difficult family situations. 

“These hard-hitting, honest and deeply personal accounts should be read by every professional working in family justice; I whole-heartedly recommend this book”

Sir Andrew McFarlane, President of the Family Division of the High Court Justice in England and Wales.

 
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One Story – councils, covid and better futures

A celebration of the true grit of people in councils and communities, which has been shown in spades during the pandemic. Compelling stories of what holds us together now and in the future.

 
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TOWN HALL - buildings, people + power

Town Hall explores buildings and their past, present and possible futures – told by the people who work in them, care about them or understand the importance of significant buildings in towns and cities.

 
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OUR BOOKS

It’s a small list, but it’s perfectly formed and it’s growing…