Participants will learn about both the business and creative side of publishing.  We’ll look at the process of taking a book from idea to the bookstore, with all the various stops in between (what an agent does, how the editorial process works, sales & marketing, cover art, copyedits, revisions, galleys, and a whole lot more).  Our primary focus will be creative, and we’ll delve into the mystery of how to develop an idea into a story that is going to grab the attention of readers.  We'll discuss how to breathe life into characters, how to hook a reader, how to plot effectively, how to utilize story arcs and structure, how to self-edit, professional presentation, and more.  

The workshop will be a combination of lecture and participation, with time to discuss individual ideas and brainstorm in groups.  Prior to the workshop, participants will receive an email with suggested pre-work.  While not mandatory, students completing the pre-work will likely get more out of the workshop.