Avril Gray's News (9)

Edinburgh Napier appoints Rosie Howie as Publisher in Residence
May 7, 2021

Summary	The Bookseller, the leading publishing industry magazine, ran a feature on our ground-breaking Publisher in Residence appointment. Full page coverage of my initiative (two years in the making), first of its kind in HE. Cements industry links with Hachette UK, the second-largest British publishing group, and the market leader in ebooks. A global publishing group, Hachette is made up of ten autonomous publishing divisions and over fifty imprints with a rich and diverse history. This is an imaginative initiative – no other university in the UK has a Publisher in Residence. MSc Publishing has an unparalleled reputation for innovation and vision, and this appointment speaks to the progressive nature of Publishing education at Edinburgh Napier.
People	Avril Gray
Org Units	School of Arts and Creative Industries
Research Areas	Publishing
Themes	AI and Technologies
Research Centres/Groups	Scottish Centre for the Book
URL	https://www.thebookseller.com/news/edinburgh-napier-appoints-rosie-howie-publisher-residence-1258592

Books to Homeless - University shows charity spirit with generous book donation
Mar 5, 2018

Summary	Photo: Streetreads charity accepts first delivery of books from Merchiston Campus. As part of this year's Napier Big Read, over 1,000 books donated from one campus at Edinburgh Napier University to homeless readers. So many books have been donated, the Napier Big Read team have only been able to count the ones at Merchiston Campus. The donations from Sighthill and Craiglockhart have still to be counted! Avril Gray, programme leader of Edinburgh Napier’s MSc Publishing, said: "The #NapierBigRead is about giving books, and we wanted to start by giving books to homeless and vulnerable readers, before distributing books to the entire university community on World Book Day, Thursday 1 March.” Collaborations: Streetreads Sustrans Shelter
People	Avril Gray
Org Units	University
Research Areas	Publishing Social justice
URL	https://www.napier.ac.uk/about-us/news/university-shows-charity-spirit-with-generous-book-donation

Napier Big Read Finalist - 3rd Annual Herald Higher Education Awards, 2017
Jul 6, 2017

Summary	Napier Big Read is Finalist in Campaign of the Year in 3rd Annual Herald Higher Education Awards, 2017
People	Avril Gray
Org Units	University School of Arts and Creative Industries
Research Areas	Publishing Pedagogy
URL	http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/education/15323613.Finalists_announced_for_the_third_annual_Herald_Higher_Education_Awards/

Forgotten 1920s sci-fi novel by Scots author reawakened by students
May 14, 2016

Summary	IT is a little-known Scottish science fiction novel which nearly sank without trace when it was published almost a century ago. Today, it is rated one of the 12 most essential Scottish sci-fi novels of all-time by the Scottish Book Trust. The work has been snapped up for publication after recently falling out of copyright and will be repackaged and promoted to the modern-day generation of sci-fi fans by the all-female team from Edinburgh Napier University. Read more at: https://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/culture/books/forgotten-1920s-sci-fi-novel-by-scots-author-reawakened-by-students-1-4127948
People	Avril Gray
Org Units	School of Arts and Creative Industries
Research Areas	Literature Publishing
URL	https://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/culture/books/forgotten-1920s-sci-fi-novel-by-scots-author-reawakened-by-students-1-4127948

Christine Orr and The Glorious Thing on the BBC
Nov 27, 2014

Summary	BBC story on The Glorious Thing, forgotten novel by Christine Orr, published by MSc Publishing.
People	Avril Gray
Org Units	School of Arts and Creative Industries
Research Areas	Literature Publishing Military Studies
Research Centres/Groups	Scottish Centre for the Book
URL	http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p02cpxr1

Yarrrr be Treasure in them Pages - CHAS get a Personal Preview of New Book
May 30, 2012

Summary	Families staying at Rachel House Children’s Hospice, run by Children’s Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) were given special preview of Merchiston Publishing’s new book ‘Treasure Island: A Play’. Rosie Howie from MSc Publishing read an extract from the book to a couple of pirates at the hospice. Rosie Howie said: “Lynn Brittney brings Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story to life in this fantastic children’s play that the whole family can enjoy. We’re thrilled to be able to donate profits to CHAS.” Accompanying Rosie were students Andrew Bianchi, Carol-Anne Royan, Kirstin Rhymer and Jamie Williams. Profits from the book which has been developed for Primary School level drama will be donated to CHAS. The book officially launches on Friday 8 June 2012. Avril Gray, the project leader and Publishing Manager of Merchiston Publishing, the in-house publishing arm of Edinburgh Napier University said: "This project exemplifies how our publishing programme really gets involved in the community, and how our projects help students to make a valuable contribution to the lives of individuals, using books as the means of connection."
People	Avril Gray
Org Units	School of Arts and Creative Industries
Research Areas	Publishing
URL	https://www.theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2012/05/chas-get-a-preview-of-a-new-book/

Ask the Expert - Avril Gray provides publishing advice to Guardian readers
Jan 10, 2012

Summary	Avril Gray joined a panel of experts to provide careers advice for The Guardian readers. The Q&A – ‘Careers in magazine publishing’ – advised on the different careers available in the sector, and the skills and qualifications required to secure these sought-after positions. Publishing is the UK’s largest creative industry. It is a popular career choice for many graduates, and is incredibly hard to get into without appropriate work experience, or a relevant qualification. Avril leads the only industry accredited publishing programme in the UK. The blog can be viewed on The Guardian website: http://careers.guardian.co.uk/careers-in-magazine-publishing
People	Avril Gray
Org Units	School of Arts and Creative Industries
Research Areas	Publishing Employability
Themes	AI and Technologies
URL	https://www.theguardian.com/careers/careers-in-magazine-publishing

Peter Pan brings Christmas Cheer to Sick Kids in Hospital
Dec 20, 2011

Summary	Edinburgh’s sick children got a dose of Christmas cheer when 100 free copies of children’s classic, "Peter and Wendy", were delivered to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children. To mark the publishing centenary of J.M. Barrie’s magical tale MSc Publishing students from Edinburgh Napier University have produced a new edition and donated copies to children in hospital.
People	Avril Gray
Org Units	University School of Arts and Creative Industries
Research Areas	Publishing
Research Centres/Groups	Scottish Centre for the Book
URL	https://edinburghnapiernews.com/2011/12/20/peter-pan-brings-christmas-cheer-to-sick-kids/

Head of Publishing on Judging Panel of National Magazine Awards
Dec 1, 2011

Source	http://archive.ppa.co.uk/about/activities/scotland/news/animal-planet-takes-top-prize-at-scottish-magazine-awards/
Summary	Head of the Publishing, Avril Gray, is on the judging panel for the 2011 Professional Publishers National Magazine Awards. These awards - covering a variety of categories including print, digital and brand extension - reflect the impressive innovation and growth within the magazine industry. The Awards showcase the richness of the talent in the sector, and the stunning, inspirational and diverse range of magazine publishing excellence. The vast number of entries demonstrate the importance of this vibrant and growing Creative Industry, in which Edinburgh Napier University plays a integral part.
People	Avril Gray
Org Units	School of Arts and Creative Industries
Research Areas	Publishing
URL	http://archive.ppa.co.uk/about/activities/scotland/news/animal-planet-takes-top-prize-at-scottish-magazine-awards/