Publishing 101: An Overview of the Publishing Process
Rachel Carter & Rachel Fisher, Onion River Press
What would happen to your books, royalties, and readers if you suddenly couldn’t work tomorrow? Most authors and small publishers In this presentation by Vermont publisher Onion River Press, we’ll walk you through the ins-and-outs of publishing. From self-publishing to traditional, we’ll lay out your options, including: how to query an agent, a step-by-step rundown of the editorial process, and the pros and cons of different types of publishing. We’ll take questions from the audience to address your specific concerns, and you’ll leave with a free flow-graph handout to help you better decide your next steps.
Whether you’re a first-time author or just starting to dip your toes into the world of writing, we’re here to help you navigate the tricky world of publishing!
Key Takeaways:
- An overview of how traditional publishing vs. self-publishing works
- The pros and cons of traditional and self-publishing
- A flowgraph that helps authors decide which path best suits them
Speaker Bio
With over 20 years of experience in the publishing industry between them, Rachel Fisher and Rachel Carter offer a unique blend of editorial and printing expertise. For the past 7 years, Rachel Fisher has worked to expand Onion River Press, taking it from the basement of Phoenix Books into a hybrid press that has published over 125 titles. A newer member of the team, Rachel Carter has traditionally published three novels with HarperCollins and has worked as a college professor and freelance editor for the past 15 years.