THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Company Registration Number:
SC351517 (Scotland)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 30 September 2024

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 October 2023

End date: 30 September 2024

THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2024

Directors report
Profit and loss
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes
Community Interest Report

THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Directors' report period ended 30 September 2024

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 30 September 2024

Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 October 2023 to 30 September 2024

M Thomson
L Taylor
S Ellis


The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
24 May 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: M Thomson
Status: Director

THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 30 September 2024

2024 2023


£

£
Turnover: 99,077 70,864
Cost of sales: ( 2,008 ) ( 8,717 )
Gross profit(or loss): 97,069 62,147
Administrative expenses: ( 101,654 ) ( 64,962 )
Other operating income: 3,900
Operating profit(or loss): (4,585) 1,085
Interest receivable and similar income: 46 13
Interest payable and similar charges: ( 43 ) ( 175 )
Profit(or loss) before tax: (4,582) 923
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: (4,582) 923

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Balance sheet

As at 30 September 2024

Notes 2024 2023


£

£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets: 3 904 194
Total fixed assets: 904 194
Current assets
Debtors: 4 12,415 6,508
Cash at bank and in hand: 973 3,175
Total current assets: 13,388 9,683
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 5 ( 28,576 ) ( 19,579 )
Net current assets (liabilities): (15,188) (9,896)
Total assets less current liabilities: (14,284) ( 9,702)
Total net assets (liabilities): (14,284) (9,702)
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital: 1 1
Profit and loss account: (14,285 ) (9,703 )
Total Shareholders' funds: ( 14,284 ) (9,702)

The notes form part of these financial statements

THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 30 September 2024 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 24 May 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: M Thomson
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2024

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

    Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

    Tangible assets are included at cost less depreciation and impairment. Depreciation has been provided at the following rates in order to write off the assets over their estimated useful lives.

THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2024

  • 2. Employees

    2024 2023
    Average number of employees during the period 4 4

THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2024

3. Tangible assets

Land & buildings Plant & machinery Fixtures & fittings Office equipment Motor vehicles Total
Cost £ £ £ £ £ £
At 1 October 2023 0 963 4,625 5,588
Additions 79 93 805 977
Disposals
Revaluations
Transfers
At 30 September 2024 79 1,056 5,430 6,565
Depreciation
At 1 October 2023 0 906 4,488 5,394
Charge for year 20 78 169 267
On disposals
Other adjustments
At 30 September 2024 20 984 4,657 5,661
Net book value
At 30 September 2024 59 72 773 904
At 30 September 2023 0 57 137 194

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2024

4. Debtors

2024 2023
£ £
Trade debtors 12,415 6,508
Total 12,415 6,508

THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2024

5. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2024 2023
£ £
Trade creditors 647 16
Taxation and social security 6,889 5,059
Accruals and deferred income 7,210 1,249
Other creditors 13,830 13,255
Total 28,576 19,579

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

THE BOOK WHISPERERS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Company Number: SC351517 (Scotland)

Year Ending: 30 September 2024

Company activities and impact

The Book Whisperers CIC has continued its mission throughout the financial year October 2023 to September 2024 to support, encourage, and empower writers within our community, particularly those whose voices are often underrepresented. Our activities this year have focused on fostering a supportive writing environment, promoting literacy, and enabling individuals to share their personal and creative stories through publication. We introduced and now run two regular monthly online meetings for our members - BIG VOICES, a session for authors to discuss marketing and promotion of their books, and WRITERS SURGERY, a drop-in session where members can ask questions about writing and publishing. These meetings are informal yet highly impactful, providing an accessible and supportive space for writers of all backgrounds to seek advice, gain insight from peers, and develop confidence in their work. Over the year, The Book Whisperers CIC has supported approximately 50 individuals to publish their books. A significant portion of this work has been with adult survivors of childhood abuse in care, in collaboration with a partner organisation. Through guided writing and publication support, these survivors have used storytelling as a means of healing and empowerment. By helping them share their experiences through published work, we have not only supported their personal growth but also contributed to wider public understanding of their stories. We have also updated and enhanced our online community platform to make it easier for users to navigate our services and access relevant support. The updated site includes new resources and articles designed to help both emerging and experienced writers improve their craft, find their voice, and feel more confident in sharing their work. Additionally, we have developed partnerships with like-minded organisations, such as the Secret Book Swap, to broaden the impact of our community work. These collaborations have allowed us to promote literacy and reading enjoyment, while giving writers in our network the opportunity to present their work to live audiences and connect directly with readers. Throughout the year, The Book Whisperers CIC has remained committed to using the written word as a tool for community engagement, personal development, and social change. Our efforts have provided ongoing encouragement, professional development opportunities, and vital emotional support to those we serve.

Consultation with stakeholders

The stakeholders of The Book Whisperers CIC can include but are not limited to: 1. Local community members and visitors 2. Local and international writers and authors 3. Participants in the community projects and events organised by the company 4. Schools and community groups that work with the company 5. Staff, contractors and volunteers of the company 6. Funders who support the company's activities The Book Whisperers CIC has consulted its stakeholders in various ways throughout the financial year. For example, the company holds two member meetings per month on Zoom which all subscription members are invited to. This is predominantly to discuss Writing and Marketing their books, but also for members to engage with us and each other. We also invite guests to these events on occasion to discuss any issues that affect our membership. During the year we also had an in person team meeting held over a lunch which brought together staff and contractors to discuss the direction of our business and how we might best serve our clients, members, community and other stakeholders. These events provided a platform for members of the local community to engage with the company and offer feedback on its activities. The Book Whisperers CIC has also engaged with local writers and authors through its online community platform, Facebook page, and the publication of their books. These channels have provided opportunities for writers to give feedback to the company and engage with its activities. In addition, the company has worked with organisations and community groups to deliver projects and events that meet their needs and preferences. Through these collaborations, the company has received feedback from participants and stakeholders that have helped shape its activities. In response to feedback received from its consultations, The Book Whisperers CIC has taken several actions. For example, the company has continued to develop its online community platform to better serve the needs of writers and authors both locally and internationally – bringing together people within the publishing industry (such as illustrators and editors) into one place where they can help and support each other. The company has also used feedback from participants in its community projects and events to make improvements to its programs. Overall, The Book Whisperers CIC values the input and feedback of its stakeholders and strives to engage with them in a meaningful way.

Directors' remuneration

The three directors were paid a total of £54,300 in the period 1st October 2023 to 30th September 2024, the total of which is detailed in the accounts. The individual details are as follows: M Thomson £34,500 (salary and pension contributions) L Taylor £19,800 (salary and pension contributions) S Ellis (no remuneration was received)

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
24 May 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: M Thomson
Status: Director