Let's Talk About Publishing

JackLeg Press

Join writers, editors, and publishers from DC and around the country to discuss today's writing industry.

American University - Mary Graydon Center, Wechsler Theater,  3rd Floor, Room 315

Think you're writing the Next American Novel? Can't figure out why your work hasn't been picked up yet? Or are you hoarding your poetry like Emily Dickinson? Whether you're an MFA student or just exploring publishing your work, we'll be breaking down the publishing mystery: digging into the nitty gritty with industry experts. So come ready to ask your questions and be part of the conversation. <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QNC8V2Q" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">P﻿lease take our event survey so we know what topics and quesitons you have! </a>The day's topics include:• What to Expect and How to Plan for your Future in Publishing •	Building an Equitable Future in Publishing •	The PR Game (Do I have to hawk myself?) •	Inside Scoop: Indie or Mega House. What's Right for You?Participating Publishers<a href="https://www.jacklegpress.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">JackLeg Press</a> <a href="http://www.anhingapress.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Anhinga Press</a> <a href="https://www.washingtonwriters.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Washington Writers' Publishing House</a>Participating Authors &amp; Editors<a href="https://melissastuddard.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Melissa Studdard</a> | <a href="https://www.rubenquesada.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dr. Ruben Quesada</a> | <a href="https://www.simonemuench.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dr. Simone Muench</a> | <a href="https://suzannefrischkorn.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Suzanne Frischkorn</a> <a href="https://jessicacuello.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jessica Cuello</a> | <a href="https://www.ritamookerjee.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dr. Rita Mookerjee</a> | <a href="https://www.peterstensonwrites.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="https://www.reginaldgibbons.northwestern.edu/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dr. Reginald Gibbons</a> | <a href="http://corneliaspelman.com/about/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Cornelia Maude Spelman</a> <a href="https://www.kristinesnodgrass.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kristine Snodgrass</a> | <a href="https://www.washingtonwriters.org/the-wwph-team/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jona Colson</a> | <a href="https://www.washingtonwriters.org/the-wwph-team/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Caroline Bock</a> | <a href="https://jenharris.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dr. Jennifer Harris</a>This event is f﻿ree and open to the public! Please call 202.885.2971 to request accomodations.P﻿lease visit <a href="https://www.american.edu/ocl/covid-guide/visitors.cfm" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">AU's Covid guidelines page</a> for visitors. AU requires full vaccination and proof. We will be emailing to ask you for proof of vaccination in advance and please plan to bring proof with you to the event as well! Thank you for being a great neighbor to others and helping keep evreyone safe &amp; healthy!

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