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Book Publishing Workshop
Book Publishing Workshop on February 2-3, 2008
There is so much more to book publishing than putting a little black ink on paper. Find out at our two-day professional workshop, The Joys and Challenges of Book Publishing sponsored by Rosemont College's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies, English and Publishing Program.February 2, 2008, 9am-5pm
February 3, 2008, 9am-2pm
Good Counsel Room 205
Rosemont College
Geared towards all levels of experience and expertise, the workshop will guide students step-by-step through the publishing process. Topics include: the literary agent; the acquisitions editor; contract negotiations and details; publishing conglomerates, imprints and independent presses; the editorial tasks, including editing,design, and production; the marketing tools, including publicity, promotion, and advertisement; sales conferences and book fairs at home and abroad, including subsidiary rights and international sales; the finished book and the reader.
Lead by Jan-Erik Guerth, New York Independent Publisher, and members of Rosemont College's English and Publishing Faculty
The cost is $200 for both days; $150 for current students.
Syllabus Schedule Summary
Saturday Morning: The Publishing Process
Saturday Afternoon: From Submission to Contract
Sunday Morning: From Contract to Book
Sunday Afternoon: From Book to Audience (and how to pay for it)