Publishing and Publicity: What Writers Need to Know (NSWA Panel)

Publishing and Publicity: Essential Insights for Writers (NSWA Panel)

Writers seeking guidance on how to share their work with readers will benefit from this informative session.

During the discussion, industry professionals Lynn Duncan, Megan Williams, and Margaret MacKinnon-Cash will join moderator Lisa Bagshaw to explore the nuances of both traditional and self-publishing, as well as effective publicity strategies for books and authors.

FREE!
Pre-registration is mandatory to ensure participation. There might be limited drop-in seating available.

Interested in attending multiple events?
Separate registration for each event is required to secure a place.

For additional details regarding this and other festival activities: www.northshorewritersfestival.com

About the Presenters

Lynn Duncan operates Tidewater Press, an independent publishing house based in British Columbia, focusing on both fiction and non-fiction that engages with significant themes.

Megan Williams is the founder and CEO of The Self-Publishing Agency, a company that emphasizes upholding industry standards while allowing authors to retain control and receive full royalties. She is a recognized author, known for her work Our Interrupted Fairy Tale, and has written children's books alongside her stepdaughter.

Margaret MacKinnon-Cash leads MMC PR, a firm dedicated to book publicity. With over 20 years of experience, she has spearheaded campaigns for numerous acclaimed authors across major publishing groups.

Lisa Bagshaw (moderator) is known for her role as the producer and host of Bold Leaps on CHEKTV. Additionally, she coordinates presentations for the North Shore Writers' Association and enjoys creative writing.

About the Festival

The North Shore Writers Festival is brought to the community through a collaboration between the North Vancouver City Library, North Vancouver District Public Library, and West Vancouver Memorial Library.

The Festival relies heavily on the support from the Friends of the Library groups from each library, along with contributions from the North Shore Writers’ Association, KidsBooks, and the North Shore News.

Taking place on the ancestral lands of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations, the Festival honors the rich tradition of storytelling vital to the cultural heritage of the Coast Salish Peoples.