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Creative Hats Press is an independent UK publisher, creative writing community, education provider and online bookshop, inspiring readers, developing writers and encouraging people of all ages become published authors through accessible short-format books, workshops and school projects.

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Featured Books

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Why Choose Creative Hats Press?

We’re more than a publisher – we’re a creative community built on giving individuals a platform to be heard.

Independent Publisher

We support authentic voices and publish shorter reads giving authors stepping stones to showcase their talent and read enjoyed on the go..

School Publishing Specialists

We work with schools to turn pupils into published authors, running projects that put real books with real names on real shelves.

Supportive Community

We nurture talent at every stage, offering encouragement, feedback and a friendly place to belong for writers finding their feet.

Writing Opportunities

We create publishing opportunities and workshops to give new authors a recognised route from draft to finished book.

More Than a Publisher

From classrooms to bookshops, here’s what we do.

Publish Books

Beautiful, accessible short-format books that give every voice the chance to be seen on shelves.

School Workshops

Hands-on sessions that get pupils writing, creating and discovering the joy of storytelling.

Writing Courses

Friendly, practical courses that build confidence and craft for writers at every level.

Community Projects

Collaborative writing projects that bring people together around shared stories and ideas.

Independent Authors

Support and guidance for indie authors who want to publish on their own terms.

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A growing online bookshop of our titles — browse, discover, and take a new story home.

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Fresh off the press — our latest titles

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The word on us…

Raw, uplifting, politically charged, and profoundly human. A memoir the world needs right now.
Reader Review, Under the Mulberry Tree

Creative Hats Press champions bold, voices. I found my next favourite author here. Their books are perfect on the go reads.
Community Member

The writing courses changed everything for me. Kelly is an exceptional teacher. I now have a full manuscript ready to start pitching.
Creative Writing Student

From Our Blog

Out today: OCD in the Raw by Sophie Parker-Jeal

OCD in the Raw, authored by Sophie Parker-Jeal, is now available as part of the nonfiction Nuggets collection. It candidly explores her experiences with obsessive-compulsive…
Meet – Shelbe Moonbeam – author of Him and Them: A spicy tale of love and lust

Meet Shelbe Moonbeam today at Bragbury End Coffee Shop in Stevenage from 2.30pm to 3.30pm, where she will sign copies of her new book. This…
Publishing With Purpose: Stories for Everyone

Creative Hats Press is committed to making books accessible and inclusive through its Publishing With Purpose approach. They will introduce stamps to signify conscious publishing…
Writers, Watch Your Inbox: Spotting Publishing Scams and Phishing Emails

Writers often receive unsolicited emails promising publication or representation, making them vulnerable to scams. Scammers can exploit emotional vulnerabilities by impersonating legitimate companies. It’s vital…
Funded Creative Writing Courses with North Hertfordshire College

A new set of fully funded creative writing courses will be offered at North Hertfordshire College, starting the week of 7 September 2026. Three evenings…
Meet – Mina Mah – British-Kurdish author of Under the Mulberry Tree this Friday July 17th in London Kings Cross 7 to 8.30pm

Join Mina Mah for a Q&A and book signing event featuring her memoir, Under the Mulberry Tree. This powerful account of her life as a…