Arizona Book Publishing Association Offers Full-Day Conference
March 2, 2011 by michele52
Filed under Events and Announcements, Publishing Business
“Manuscript to Marketing: Publishing in the 21st Century”
Do you have a book inside you? Are you wondering where to start and how to get published? Come find answers at the Arizona Book Publishing Association introduction-to-publishing conference on Saturday April 16, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Fiesta Resort in Tempe.
Called Manuscript to Marketing: Publishing in the 21st Century, the day-long program offers step-by-step advice from experts in editing, cover design, book layout, production and promotion. Join other aspiring authors and prospective publishers who are looking for tools to guide them in the constantly-changing world of books, e-books, apps, and online reading communities.
Eight information-packed sessions will provide an overview of the complete publishing process, drawing on the expertise of the 100+ members of the Arizona Book Publishing Association. Topics will include:
- What Is Your Book/Who is Your Audience?
Does your idea need tweaking? How do you get organized?
- Writing and Editing Your Manuscript
Do’s and Don’ts of getting your manuscript ready for publication
- Cover and Interior Design
Where to splurge, where to save
- Brainstorm with Experts (lunch program)
E-mail your questions in advance for the lunchtime session
- E-Book Basics
Digesting a big topic by taking small bites
- Printing and Distribution
Moving your books to readers
- Website Essentials
What you need first, what your future goals should be
- Marketing to the Media and Your Audience
Getting the buzz going and keeping it humming
Plenty of time will be available for meeting vendors of publishing services. Bring your idea, draft or manuscript for expert reviews. Space is limited to 60 attendees, so sign up now.
The conference will be held at the Fiesta Resort, 2100 South Priest Drive, Tempe, with sign-in starting at 8:15 on Saturday morning. Cost is $75.00 for members of the ABPA and $95.00 for non-members, until April 4. After that, registration is $90.00 and $110.00 respectively. To register, pay online at www.azbookpub.com or call 480-777-9250.
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About APBA
Founded in Phoenix in 1992, the Arizona Book Publishing Association’s mission is to advance and promote successful book publishing in Arizona through education, community involvement, cooperative effort, peer recognition, industry advocacy, and the support of first amendment rights.
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ABPA Hosts “Speed Publishing” for Self-Published Authors Event
June 18, 2010 by michele52
Filed under Events and Announcements
If you need to get “up to speed” fast to publish your book, consider attending this event, hosted by Arizona Book Publishing Association in Phoenix:
June 30, 2010
Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport North
427 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Phone: 602-220-4400
North of Van Buren; south of 202. For the the exact location, visit Mapquest.com
Program (includes dinner) 5:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Early Registration (by June 24): $25 members $35 non-members
Late and at the door: $35 member $45 non-members
Advance payment is required for registration; no refunds after June 24, 2010.
“Speed Publishing for Self-Published Authors”
Need to know all about publishing fast? Want to know what steps a self-published author needs to take to get a book done? Worried about how to find the experts you need to help you? Join us on June 30 for “speed publishing.” Like speed dating, you sit at your table, and the experts come to you in rotation to discuss what you need to know fast. It will be fun, plus information packed. Be sure to mark June 30 on your calendar as a cannot-miss event!
Featured will be the following topics:
Writing and editing – how to get started, how to prepare and format your manuscript properly both for the editor and for the next step
Book layout – the key things to remember when working with a book designer on the interior layout and structure of your book
Cover design – basic design elements that can make or break the success of your book, from the spine to the front cover and back cover copy
Printing – finding and working with the right printer and how to determine the number of copies to print and type of paper to use
Meeting Format
The format will be similar to the popular “speed dating” setups, in which participants will remain seated at a table while the experts rotate every 20 minutes. Participants will be encouraged to follow up individually with the speakers after the conclusion of the meeting if they have additional questions.
Experts
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- Paul McNeese
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- Michele DeFilippo
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- Penny Callmeyer
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- Kurt Krause
Writing and editing – Paul McNeese
Paul McNeese, BS, CFP (Ret.), is a well-known author services provider who heads up his own company, OPA Author Services, through which he coordinates literary creative services, book production logistics and marketing planning/public relations/publisity efforts for authors, aspiring authors, and entrepreneurs who wish to bring their knowledge and expertise to the public through the power of words. Currently he is owner of OPA Author Services, a firm that works with authors to develop new books. He is also a partner in The Authors Roost, an online membership portal and media resource site for authors, speakers and other communicators.
Book layout – Michele DeFilippo
Michele DeFilippo is the owner of 1106 Design, an award-winning team offering book cover design and interior typesetting, manuscript editing, book title consulting, back cover copywriting, proofreading, printing coordination and digital book printing…with hand holding. Our one-stop shop offers the convenience of complete project management, saving you from the hassle and risk of choosing and managing multiple providers. Please visit www.1106design.com to see samples.
Cover design – Kurt Krause
Kurt Krause started as a Graphic Designer in 1986 at the Payless ShoeSource corporate headquarters designing promotional graphics for more than 3,000 stores nationwide. He has more than 20 years of experience in the graphic arts and has worked for a number of advertising agencies throughout the Valley. Founded in 2002, Krause Creative Advertising & Design is a branding and identity development firm specializing in well-conceived marketing, advertising and print design. Kurt will help you to effectively conceive and execute your book cover design, interior layout, get it printed and brand your book. We believe that ideas make design distinctive, and that identity, function, aesthetics and value make design work.
Printing – Penny Callmeyer
Penny Callmeyer started with Griffin Printing in 1989 where she helped customers with their book printing needs for 9 years. She was Director of Business Development for Bertelsmann Services for 6 years and contracted to Media Lithographics for 1 year. Currently, she works as an independent contractor with six U.S. printers and one offshore printer helping publishers print books in both short-run (POD) and long run, or traditional offset printing. With more than 20 years in the business, and considered a technical book manufacturing expert, Penny uses her expertise to help her clients make savvy print-buying decisions and is also a print and publishing consultant.
Join us for this powerful program!
To register for the monthly meeting:
Member Registration Click Here
Non-Member Registration Click Here
Prepayment is required for registration.
Please register above or
RSVP to the ABPA hotline (602) 274-6264.
Questions? Email info@azbookpub.com.
To pay by check, mail to ABPA address.
Arizona Book Publishing Association
6340 S. Rural Road #118-152
Tempe, AZ 85283
Espresso Book Machine
June 9, 2009 by michele52
Filed under Book Printing, Events and Announcements
Last week at BEA, Lightning Source announced that it will allow all its publishers to participate in an Espresso Book Machine pilot program. Read more
