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Charity
At Crear Publishing, we believe in the power of storytelling to inspire change, not just on the page but in the real world too. That’s why we proudly donate a portion of our profits to a selection of charities close to our hearts. Supporting people and communities in need is part of who we are and every book we publish helps make a difference.
Woman's Aid
At Crear Publishing, we believe in storytelling that transforms lives. That’s why a portion of every sale of Playing With Fire and Healing From The Burns goes directly to Newcastle Women’s Aid, a local charity run by and for women, offering essential support to survivors of domestic abuse in the North East of England.
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Newcastle Women’s Aid provides confidential, inclusive support, from a dedicated advice helpline and flexible one‑to‑one support, to group recovery programmes and their HOPE initiative, which fosters hope, protection and empowerment for women rebuilding their lives.
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Coleen and Karen also donate their public speaking fees in full. Having walked a long road to recovery, they are determined to help other women recover from trauma and regain their strength.
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Together, with your support, we’re helping Newcastle Women’s Aid continue their life‑saving work offering courage, stability and the chance of a brighter future to those who need it most.​​
Great Ormond Street Hospital
At Crear Publishing, our mission goes beyond storytelling, it is about fostering real-life hope for children and families. Like many carers, our hearts are deeply connected to the exceptional care at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH), where our grandson is treated for drug‑resistant epilepsy. Thanks to the dedication and expertise of their multidisciplinary teams, his condition has improved markedly and for that, we are profoundly grateful.
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GOSH is not just a hospital, it is a world‑leader in paediatric care, research, and innovation. Founded in 1852, it remains one of the foremost children’s hospitals globally, and a hub for pioneering treatments and breakthrough research.
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Why GOSH’s Work Matters — Especially for Families Like Ours
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Transformative Surgical Outcomes
A landmark long‑term study from GOSH and UCL revealed that children with drug‑resistant epilepsy who become seizure‑free after surgery not only stabilise but also show lasting improvements in cognition, including memory, problem‑solving and academic performance. -
Ground‑Breaking Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
GOSH led the UK’s first trial of deep brain stimulation for epilepsy. One patient, Oran, saw an 80% reduction in daytime seizures after receiving a skull‑mounted neurostimulator, a world‑first procedure that dramatically improved his quality of life. -
Committed to Research and Innovation
GOSH Charity recently awarded over £6 million to fund transformational research into rare and complex childhood conditions, such as gene therapy development and improved treatments for inherited diseases.
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Epilepsy Society
Our support for the Epilepsy Society is deeply personal. As our grandson lives with drug‑resistant epilepsy, we have witnessed first-hand the life‑transforming possibilities that cutting-edge research and compassionate care can bring. That is why a portion of our proceeds is dedicated to supporting this remarkable UK charity.
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Why the Epilepsy Society Matters
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A Legacy of Leadership and Innovation
As the largest medical charity in the UK dedicated to epilepsy, the Epilepsy Society has spent over a century elevating care and advancing research through its Chalfont Centre and the Sir William Gowers Centre. -
Holistic Services That Care
They offer tailored services including residential care, diagnostic assessments, specialist treatments, training programmes, a national helpline, and vital educational advocacy. -
Groundbreaking Research in Drug-Resistance
In their ongoing mission to innovate, a recent international study supported by Epilepsy Society researchers uncovered genetic variants that may explain why some individuals do not respond to anti-seizure medication, a potential game-changer for identifying drug-resistant epilepsy earlier and sparing patients from ineffective treatments. -
Transforming Care with Advanced Treatment
The Society’s MRI unit has led the development of pioneering laser therapy for focal epilepsy, now being introduced across NHS hospitals. This minimally invasive treatment offers reduced recovery times and could significantly reduce seizures in patients unresponsive to conventional medications.
National Deaf Children's Society
Ryan donates to the National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) in a deeply personal capacity. After experiencing hearing loss stemming from working in mines in his youth, he now lives with the enduring after-effects. Through NDCS, he offers support not only to address his own journey, but also to help remove the barriers faced by deaf children across the UK.
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Ryan’s donations contribute directly to NDCS’s work, helping fund advocacy, resources, family support and inclusive programmes aimed at breaking down barriers for deaf children. Through his giving, he stands with NDCS in the mission to make a world where nothing can hold deaf children back. He believes that sign language should be taught in all UK schools.
