Traditional Publishing with Rowena Beresford

Learn the ins and outs of your local publishing industry.

In this full-day workshop, experienced publisher Rowena Beresford demystifies the publishing process and guides you through the Australian publishing industry. Learn about industry processes and who the key players are, while getting the chance to ask your burning questions. Understand the difference between different types of publishing (traditional, self, vanity) and the pros and cons of each. From perfecting your pitch to avoiding pitfalls and scams, this workshop will get you on-track to pursue your traditional publishing goals.

Learning Outcomes

As part of this workshop, you will:

• Get to know Australia's traditional publishing scene.

• Learn the processes involved in traditional publishing as well as industry norms.

• Understand the difference between working with a small and large publisher, and when you need an agent.

• Learn why traditional publishing seems slow from the outside.

• Learn how to deliver a great pitch.

• Get the chance to ask your burning questions about publishing.

Format

This is an in-person workshop with a focus on publishing industry; it will be held at Queensland Writers Centre. This workshop is suitable for writers of all levels and backgrounds.

About Rowena

Rowena Beresford is the Managing Editor of Riveted Press, where she works closely with new, emerging and established authors and takes manuscripts from acquisition through to publication.

She has more than twenty years’ experience in book, magazine and educational publishing, and has ghost-written successful autobiographical, narrative non-fiction and self-help books. Rowena is also a qualified graphic designer experienced in book and cover design. Rowena is passionate about openly sharing her knowledge and is respected for her honest, insightful feedback. She hosts workshops and networking opportunities as The Publishing Insider, and regularly speaks at conferences and events.

Riveted Press proudly publishes unforgettable books by Australian authors and illustrators—many of which have featured in awards, including the Queensland Literary Awards, Tasmanian Literary Awards, CBCA Book of the Year, ARA Historical Novel Prize, and the Indie Book Awards and our books are distributed by Simon & Schuster in Australia and New Zealand.
     

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