Let’s Go Write presents
INS and OUTS of the PUBLISHING WORLD
A One-day-plus Workshop
Friday, December 4, 6:30 to 8:30 pm and Saturday, December 5, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
at Another Read Through, 3932 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227
★ You’ve completed your novel or memoir, or
★ It’s almost there, and
★ You’re contemplating sending it out into the great world
You’re looking for guidance – we can help! Our workshop will address:
1. Writing a query letter.
The query letter is your gateway to publication. We’ll discuss how to describe your book and yourself in an irresistible way. We’ll also touch on the book proposal, for nonfiction projects.
2. Finding an agent.
Do you really need one? There are so many of them – is there one for you? We’ll help with research tips and recommendations.
3. Finding a publisher.
The big five encompass numerous divisions and imprints, and these are most of the names you’ve heard of. But there’s more – a whole universe of small presses. We’ll provide a map with annotations to help you navigate this confusing realm.
4. Self-publishing – is this a better option?
Angela Sanders, special guest and expert in the field, will reveal all. How much work does it take? What are the costs and benefits? Should you roll the dice and do it yourself?
5. You have a contract!
Can you negotiate with an agent
or a publisher who sends you a standard
contract? We’ll show you some of the
things to look for.
The cost: $107, including lunch.
To sign up, email Debbie: dguyol@aol.com, or Charlotte: chardixon@comcast.net.
See you there!