Discover Your Publishing Path: Self-Publishing and Small Press Options

presents this workshop for authors looking for a publishing venue.

Morning Session: Publishing with a Small Independent Press

Martha Gies will walk writers through the author’s journey working with a university press and a small independent publisher, comparing the two.

Portland-based literary author Martha Gies taught creative writing for 34 years, both at the university and in annual workshops on four continents. Now recently retired from teaching, she has published a new book, Broken Open (Trail to Table, 2024). A collection of eighteen essays, the book explores a life robustly and thoughtfully lived. marthagies.com

Afternoon Session: Self-Publishing 101

Whether you’re a first-time author or looking to refine your self-publishing skills, Ruth Schwartz’s session will give you essential knowledge and actionable steps to kick-start your self-publishing journey.

Founder of Wonderlady Books, Ruth Schwartz, has helped author-publishers turn finished manuscripts into well-published books, all up online around the world. Since 2012, she has produced over 200 books from over 150 different authors.

Workshop details and registration: https://www.cwc-sfpeninsula.org/workshops

Early bird price: $49 through October 12 (Promo code: EarlyBird), then regular price $55

Light lunch provided!

Host or Publisher SF Peninsula Branch of California Writers Club