FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Please run week of November 5th (If enrollment is not met by the 14th, the class could be cancelled.)

Contact: Danielle Cezanne, Education Coordinator, 651.407.0597, wbca@whitebeararts.org

10/15/07
White Bear Lake, MN – In this workshop students will receive practical advice about turning their writing into print, the marketing and distribution of self-published books, and resources available to help you in the process. Topics presented include: getting a manuscript read by a publisher; the realities of becoming published and ways to help increase your odds; how to get closer to your goal with other writing, such as short stories or articles; the pros, cons, frustrations, and advantages of agents; all about Vanity Press, Print on Demand, Self-Publishing, and Book Printers; how to get editing help; about book designers and book packagers; costs of producing it yourself; decisions you’ll face for each publishing option; and marketing and distributing.

Date/Time: Sunday, November 18, 1:00-4:00 PM
Age/Level: Adults, Teens
Tuition: $25 WBCA Member/$30 Non-Member
Location: White Bear Center for the Arts (WBCA), 2228-4th Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Registration: Contact the WBCA at 651-407-0597 or wbca@whitebeararts.org. Please register by November 14th.

Biographical note: J. Michael Blumer is a Stillwater resident and author of the young adult fantasy series, "The Secret Books of Gabendoor." Book one, "The Book of Second Chances," is now available. More information at www.gabendoor.com

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White Bear Center for the Arts is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to build creative and culturally rich communities in the White Bear area by providing arts experiences for children, adults, and families.

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