The Path to Publication: A Candid Conversation with Three Authors
Hosted by Ann Campanella, Lisa Williams Kline, & Gilda Morina Syverson
In today’s evolving publishing world, writers have more options than ever—but which path is right for you and your particular project? In this dynamic and honest panel discussion and Q&A, three successful authors share their real-world experiences navigating the publishing landscape—from self-publishing to working with small presses to finding an agent and signing with the Big 5. You'll learn about the benefits and challenges of each path, how to evaluate your goals for each project, and what steps to take next. This workshop offers valuable insights and candid advice to help you make informed decisions about your publishing journey. Come with questions, leave with clarity.
Ann Campanella, a former magazine/newspaper editor, is an award-winning memoirist and poet. Her first memoir, Motherhood: Lost and Found, was named “One of the best Alzheimer’s books of all time” by BookAuthority. Her second memoir, Celiac Mom, was a 2024 silver medalist in the Readers' Favorite Awards. Her recent memoir is The Shoulder Season: A Memoir of Fracture and Grace. She has experience with independent presses and self-publishing. An advocate for Alzheimer’s awareness, celiac disease and other health issues, she serves as a director for AlzAuthors.
Lisa Williams Kline has published 14 books with publishers both large and small, for adults as well as children. Between the Sky and the Sea (Dragonblade) and Ladies’ Day (CamCat Books) are her most recent award-winning novels for adults. Her latest novel, The Bristlecone Writers’ Group, is just out from Harpeth Road Press. She lives in Davidson with her veterinarian husband, a cat who can open doors, and a sweet chihuahua who has played Bruiser Woods in Legally Blonde: The Musical.
Gilda Morina Syverson, an award-winning author, poet, artist and teacher, has taught memoir-writing classes for over twenty-five years, including 15 years at Queens University of Charlotte. Her expertise has earned her recognition as one of LinkedIn’s top memoir instructors. She is also a Healing Touch Practitioner. Her first memoir, My Father’s Daughter, From Rome to Sicily, won numerous awards, and her second memoir, A Healing Journey, from 9/11 Beyond the Pandemic was recognized as a finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards. She has had success working with independent publishers.
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