Have you written a book, poetry or a short story collection and are wondering what opportunities are available to you? With new and evolving options for publishing there has never been a better time for writers.

Mark Leslie Lefebvre, is an author who has embraced both traditional publishing and self-publishing and has been a book industry professional for almost 30 years.

Join Mark in a live, online discussion of the options and opportunities that exist for writers. Learn to avoid the traps and sharks that exist within both traditional and self-publishing circles, how to go about finding an agent and the pros and cons of self-publishing.

Step-by-Step Digital Publishing

Tuesday, September 22

7:30pm to 8:30pm

Registration opens September 15

Thinking about self-publishing and considering your options? This is the workshop for you!

Mark Leslie Lefebvre, a book industry professional since 1992, and the author of more than 20 books, will spotlight the tools and services available to help you realize your dream of publishing in print, eBook, and audiobook formats.

Learn about the free tools available, how to get your book listed with major retailer and library systems, and take a high level look at the business of writing and publishing.

Basic Book Marketing Strategies

Tuesday, September 29

7:30pm to 8:30pm

Registration opens September 22

You have finished and published your writing but now what? It’s marketing time! With many options to explore we’ll help you discover the best ways for you to get your work in front of your reading audience.

Join author Mark Leslie Lefebvre for a walk through of the basics of book marketing strategy.

In this workshop we will look at defining your target audience, ensuring the look and feel of your book are “on brand” with expectations of the market, and content marketing through social media and various free and paid marketing tools that are open to writers.