02/20/2025
The University Club of Santa Barbara's Writer’s Society Presents:
🖌 Special Panel of Literary Experts
🖌 So, You Want to Be an Author: From Manuscript to Published Work – and Beyond
Thursday, February 27th at the Club! (Members - See Details Online or via the App)
Members & your guests are invited for this special evening. 📚 A panel of literary experts will offer advice on writing your manuscript, querying and working with an agent, publishing options, and marketing your finished product. 📓 This informative discussion will answer your questions, share valuable do’s and don’ts, and provide tips and resources to help you achieve your goal of becoming a published author. 🖌
Not a writer but curious about the processes involved? Join us to hear all about how our panelists create their works and the world of publishing!
Panelists:
• Joan Tapper, author and freelance editor. Joan has published eight books on topics including travel, crafts, and popular history.
• Terri Wright - , principal and creative director of Book Lotus Productions, a leader in the design and production of high-quality books, ebooks, publications, and other media.
• Rachel Thurston - , marketing specialist with expertise in author branding, platform building, book marketing, and coaching for authors.
• Mandy Jackson-Beverly - , book podcaster, author promotor
Facilitator:
• Andrea Weir - , author and novelist, writing instructor and writing coach, and Writers Society leader.
