UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances Alison Baverstock will be talking on 'How to Get Published' as Jo Herbert is unable to attend the festival.
The countdown to my next 'How to Get Published' workshop at the Cheltenham Literature Festival on 16 October has started.
Anyone and everyone is welcome, from writers whose book is still a twinkle in their eye, to those who are putting the finishing touches to their manuscript.
In three short hours (it's ok there'll be a tea break or two) I'll give you an overview of the publishing industry and make suggestions of what to do before submitting your work (eg, decide if you need an agent and how to find one, identify your target market, find ways to get your work read and lots more). I'll also provide a detailed breakdown of exactly what to put in your proposal and how to do it well.
Regardless, there's nothing like the atmosphere of a good literary festival to encourage the writer in you, and the Times Cheltenham Literature Festival promises to be something special this year as it celebrates its 60th anniversary.
So, indulge your eyes and ears at one of the 420 events and then go home, refreshed and enthused, and get your mind and fingers working.
Hope to see you there.
Warm wishes, Jo
I wish I had the time to attend. All the best and have a great time.
I was in Cheltenham once. Lost of course. I had to get to Reading from the North West, for my own wedding, and my junction was closed on the M42. Somehow, I ended up in Cheltenham. Nice place. Too far for me to get to though. Enjoy the festival, and please post some of your thoughts for us unfortunates.
Jo, you have a lovely smile. Have a great time in Cheltenham.