Self-Publishing Day

In association with QueenSpark Books

Jubilee Library

Saturday 13 February 2010, 10.15am-3.30pm

Tickets: £20
Tickets are available from the Dome Ticket Office, 29 New Road 01273 709709 or online

It is now possible to self-publish without a huge outlay. But do you know anything about ISBN's, barcodes, design or dealing with printers? Our team of speakers will be on hand to guide you through the unchartered waters of self-publishing.

Topics covered will include:

How to present your book professionally
Design, Layout & Costs
Proof Reading and copy editing
Printing your book
Marketing your book
Pros & Cons of Self-Publishing

Tutors

David Arscott was a BBC producer and now runs Pomegranate Press which in addition to publishing local history titles specializes in helping authors publish their own books.

Cathy Watts has successfully self published two books for children and will share her experience and advice, offering tips to would-be self publishers.

Sarah Hutchings is QueenSpark Books' Commercial Director. She will lead the day and will look at the Print on Demand sites available online.