Loading…
Attending this event?
The Muse and the Marketplace begins this Friday, May 10! Attendee schedules are now frozen for printing; if you did not sign up for sessions in advance or wish to make a change, never fear: you’ll be able to join sessions on the fly as well by checking in with the Session Manager at the door. For completely full sessions, the Session Manager will use their discretion on whether additional seating and/or standing room will be available per fire code. We cannot wait to host you at the Boston Park Plaza for an incredible weekend ahead!
Friday, May 10 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm
There's More Than One Path to Publication: Publishing With Small, Indie, and University Presses
Log in to leave feedback.

In this session, you will learn about the exciting publication pathways that small, indie, and university presses provide for writers. We will discuss the benefits and possible drawbacks of exploring these publishing alternatives, look at examples of query letters and proposals targeted at these presses, familiarize ourselves with the Poets & Writers small press database, and create a short list of presses that could be a good fit for you. You will leave this session with a better understanding of the various options at your disposal when seeking a home for your manuscript.

Presenters
avatar for Neema Avashia

Neema Avashia

Neema Avashia is the daughter of Indian immigrants, and was born and raised in southern West Virginia. She has been an educator and activist in the Boston Public Schools since 2003. Her first book, Another Appalachia: Coming Up Queer and Indian in a Mountain Place, was published by... Read More →


Friday May 10, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Whittier