Day three – Workshop day program, 27 November
10.00am—5.00pm
On the final day of the 2021 Independent Publishing Conference, we will hear from our keynote speaker, a veteran of the publishing industry: Terri-ann White. She will discuss launching her new imprint Upswell during a pandemic, being realistic about the pitfalls of publishing, and will share advice on keeping the passion alive. The rest of the day has a very practical focus, with workshop sessions on working with booksellers, getting into libraries, the author-publisher relationship and more.
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On the final day of the 2021 Independent Publishing Conference, we will hear from our keynote speaker, a veteran of the publishing industry: Terri-ann White. She will discuss launching her new imprint Upswell during a pandemic, being realistic about the pitfalls of publishing, and will share advice on keeping the passion alive. The rest of […]
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In conversation with BOTY shortlisted contributing author: Elizabeth Flux
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Keynote speaker
Terri-ann White
Terri-ann White will address her revival in the publishing industry during her keynote speech.
We recently interviewed her on her current endeavours, check out the articles here: https://smallpressnetwork.com.au/the-small-press-network-interviews-terri-ann-white-upswell-publishing/ and here: https://smallpressnetwork.com.au/the-small-press-network-interviews-terri-ann-white-upswell-publishing-2/
Workshop day program
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10:00am-11:00am
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Working with bookshops
Debbie Lee from IngramSpark will present a workshop on retail distribution, different pricing models, and how to sell more books and reach new markets.
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11:00am-12:00pm
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Metadata
Emily Barbaro from Nielsen will delve into the mysteries and complexities of metadata.
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12:00pm-1:00pm
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Keynote speaker: Terri-ann White on revival
Terri-Ann White has been a key part of the Australian book industry for her whole working life. Recently she launched perhaps her most ambitious project yet: Upswell Publishing.
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1:00pm-2:00pm
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LUNCH
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2:00pm-3:00pm
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Author/publisher relations
The relationship between author and publisher can be complex and, at times, fraught. But the way to avoid potential conflicts is for all involved to enter into the relationship armed with some foreknowledge and interpersonal skills. Presenters: Jen Hutchinson (Journeys to Words) and Jodie Martire (UQ), moderator Tim Coronel (SPN).
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3:00pm-4:00pm
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Libraries, ELR/PLR
Simon Woodley (ALS Library Supplies), Scotia Ashley (PLR/ELR), Libby Cass (National Library of Australia).
How do you get your books into libraries? And how do you navigate lending rights and legal deposits? Our team of experts explain all.
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4:00pm-5:00pm
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Funding applications
What makes a funding application stand out from the crowd to increase your likelihood of getting the money? Amra Pajalic is an author and self-publisher who has the answers.
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