What does it take to get a novel or memoir signed? What does a literary agent do? Can I send a manuscript directly t o a publisher? What's the difference between publishing and self-publishin g\, and how do I take the next step?
\nThese are just a few of the q uestions often asked in online writing groups\, workshops and writers foru ms. There&rsquo\;s a huge amount of information on the internet and unders tandably\, emerging writers often don't know where to start. So let&rsquo\ ;s talk all things publishing!
\nFeaturing novelist and editor/writi ng coach\, Liz Monument\, author of Rural Business Women and hybrid publisher\, Sarah Walkerden\, local published poet and author of Potty Mouth\, Potty Mouth\, Alex Creece and Abbey Lay\, whose first novel Lead Us Not was short listed for the Victorian Premier&rsquo\;s Award for an Unpublished Manuscr ipt. Chaired by Jen Kloester\, who has written extensivel y about bestselling British novelist\, Georgette Heyer.
\nSend your question/s in advance to events@grlc.vic.gov.au (subject: &ldquo\;Question for Publishing Panel&rdquo\;) or come along on the day and join the discu ssion.
\nEntry is free but bookings are required.
\nFor the fu ll program of 15 events being held across the region\, visit www.grlc.vic.gov.au/localword
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