Step into AIM StoryGarden — a dynamic platform curated by Author In Me to nurture global storytellers and spark creative collaboration.
Set within the prestigious British Library, this flagship event brings together storytellers, authors, and publishing professionals from around the world for a day of inspiration, connection, and co-creation.
From immersive workshops and thought-provoking panels to curated networking circles, StoryGarden offers a rare opportunity to share ideas, pitch projects, and forge meaningful industry relationships. Whether you’re an emerging voice or an established author, this is your space to grow and thrive.
UK-based authors will have the exclusive opportunity to showcase and sell their books through our partner bookshop. Meanwhile, publishers and agents will discover powerful, untold stories with the potential to shape tomorrow’s literary landscape.
And the journey doesn’t end there — as part of the StoryGarden community, participants will have access to continued support through our AIM Membership Programme, designed to help your storytelling flourish long after the event.
Join us as we celebrate storytelling without borders — where every voice matters, and every story has a place to bloom.
StoryGarden Day, 4th October, The British Library
A Global Call to Storytellers –Submissions Now Open
AIM Literary Festival invites storytellers and publishers worldwide to submit work for StoryGarden, our landmark event at The British Library, London.
All entries must align with the 2025 theme, and selected books available in the UK will be eligible for sale through the festival’s partner bookstore.
Opportunities for Selected UK-Based Entries
We welcome:
✔️ Direct submissions from storytellers with a compelling story to share
✔️ Publisher-led submissions spotlighting outstanding talent
All submissions must align with AIM Literary Festival’s 2025 theme: Challenge Your Choices — a call to explore the power of decisions, identity, and transformative moments through storytelling.
Selected storytellers will have the opportunity to:
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Share their work with global audience at the British Library
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Be included in our print and online StoryGarden catalogue
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Engage with creative peers
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Listed in event press & promotional campaigns
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Sell their books through our official partner bookstore at the festival (for titles available for purchase in the UK)
StoryGarden offers a rare platform to amplify underrepresented voices, inspire new connections, and shape the future of literary storytelling.
Opportunities for Selected Global Entries
We welcome:
✔️ Direct submissions from storytellers with a compelling story to share
✔️ Publisher-led submissions spotlighting outstanding talent
All submissions must align with AIM Literary Festival’s 2025 theme: Challenge Your Choices — a call to explore the power of decisions, identity, and transformative moments through storytelling.
Selected storytellers will have the opportunity to:
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Share their work with global audience through our website
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Be included in online StoryGarden catalogue
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Engage with creative peers.
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Listed in event press & promotional campaigns.
StoryGarden offers a rare platform to amplify underrepresented voices, inspire new connections, and shape the future of literary storytelling.
Submission Fees
Please note the submissions are FREE for UK based Publishers and Small Press. Please email events@authorinme.com to participate in StoryGarden.
For International Publishers/ authors and UK Based Independent Authors
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We have a one-time Standard Submission Fee: £30
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This fee applies per submitted title/story.
The submission fee for StoryGarden helps cover essential costs such as:
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Reviewing and curating submissions
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Communication and administrative support
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Programming logistics
Applicable only to Uk based Independent authors.
Please post one physical copy of your book to - 3 Whincup Close, High Wycombe, HP111TD
Submissions Form
(Independent authors/ International and UK based)
