Independent Publishing Basics for Beginners

Presented by Noelle Powers and Jill Kiesow

This workshop will broaden your understanding of: 

• The independent publishing landscape and the differences between self-publishing, small-press publishing, hybrid-publishing, and vanity presses
• The purpose of ISBN numbers and copyrights and how to obtain
• Strategies for polishing a manuscript for publication by offering information and resources for editing, cover design, and formatting
• Support platforms available through social media
• Basic options for print, audio, and ebook creation and distribution
• Your target audience and the importance of beta readers and ARCs.

Part of our series of Book Fest Writing Workshops hosted this November.