How to Publish Your Novel with the "Big 5"

Publishing your novel can be a daunting experience. Join us for a practical deep dive on how to get your project into the hands of an editor at one of the "Big 5" publishers—Penguin Random House, Hachette, HarperCollins, Macmillan, and Simon & Schuster. The talk/workshop will be led by LBB owner and author, Maura Cheeks.

We'll discuss:

• How to select the right agent
• How to query an agent
• Navigating editor interviews
• What an "advance" really means
• The pros and cons of a small press vs. a larger publisher

Come with your questions! This will be an interactive discussion meant to break down the publishing journey into actionable steps. If you have a query letter that you are looking for feedback on, please bring it with you.

Maura Cheeks is the author of Acts of Forgiveness, published by Penguin Random House. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, and the Paris Review. She is the owner and general manager of Liz's Book Bar.

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