Independent Publishing Basics for Beginners

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. Learn about the purpose of ISBN numbers and copyrights and how to obtain them; 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; and your target audience and the importance of beta readers and ARCs. Presented by Noelle Powers. Part of Hedberg's Public Library's series of Book Fest Writing Workshops. Space is limited and registration is recommended.