Dispatches from The Ministry

We've been in the news. And we probably will be again. Read here what the press have been saying about us - and what we say to the press.

Publish a Book for £2

Thursday 1 March is World Book Day and what better way to celebrate than to back one of our books?

Each week we publish 30 new stories by primary children, who come to our centre equipped simply with their imaginations, and leave 2 hours later as published authors.

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Shop Volunteers Wanted

Do you have retail experience? More importantly, are you sensitive to the needs of London’s gruesome, terrifying, and often misunderstood monsters?

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Inside the Ministry

Are you thinking about launching your own creative project or organisation that inspires young people in your local area? Interested in learning more about how the Ministry of Stories works?

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Vile Valentine’s Preparation Pack

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and many monsters may be feeling a little unprepared for the festivities.

Do you still have bits of brains stuck in your fangs from holiday indulgences? Are you concerned your garlic breath could put off any potential Vampire suitors? Worry no more – our Vile Valentine’s Preparation Pack is here!

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The World in One Street

Your attention, please!   This year sees a world of possibility open up at the Ministry of Stories.  Oh yes, indeed.

If you could see your high street or neighbourhood through the eyes of young people who lived there, what would it be like?

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New In Store- Fairy Dust

Have you made your New Year’s Resolutions yet? Here at Hoxton Street Monster Supplies we have resolved to bring you some new items to assist you in your Scaring/Rampaging this year.

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Creative Learning Internship

Are you efficient, energetic and full of imagination? Want to be part of developing a creative learning programme at the Ministry of Stories?

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Tin Making Extravaganza!

Can you help us terrify the nation? Hoxton Street Monster Supplies is restocking its shelves for the new year with Tinned Fear, but we need your kind help with product assembly.

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