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Mini-Conference for Authors
Local Author Series
Saturday, August 22
1:00pm - 6:00pm
Ready to launch your writing career but unsure where to start? Join us for an insightful session where you will learn about publishing in today’s world, tips and tricks for pitching your work, insider secrets to finding a literary agent, crafting an attention-grabbing query letter and more. Lunch will be provided to the registrants. Registration is for the sessions below. For more information, please contact author@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years +.
Schedule:
Resource Table Spotlight: The Discovery Page 1:30 – 1:55 p.m.
Connect with author resources. Representatives from professional organizations and colleges will be available to discuss their services and answer your questions.
Find Your Path: Book Publishing in Today’s World 2:00-2:45 p.m.
Do you dream of writing a book? Learn about today’s book industry, publishing options, first steps to publication, and what to expect once your book is published. There are more options available than ever; learn how to make the best decisions to move yourself forward.
Pitching Your Work 3:15 – 4:00 p.m.
Writers are often in need of pitching their work, whether it’s their manuscript to a publisher, their book to a reader, a speaking presentation to an organization or a story to the press. Having a strong “pitch” can help you tell the story of your work to potential collaborators, funders, and others. Learn what makes a great pitch.
How to Get a Literary Agent 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Discover the pros and cons of working with a literary agent, learn how to avoid predators and master the querying process with hands-on practice.
AGE GROUP: | Young Adult (12-18) | Older Adults (55+) | Adult (19+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Writing | Special Event | Author Event |
TAGS: | Local Author Series |
Westchester Regional
| Mon, Jun 29 | 9:30AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Jun 30 | 9:30AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Jul 01 | 9:30AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Jul 02 | 9:30AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Jul 03 | Closed |
| Sat, Jul 04 | 9:30AM to 1:00PM |
| Sun, Jul 05 | Closed |
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