From Hot Idea to Books in Bookshops

You know you have a great story idea! You can see it as a book. But how does an idea become a real book on the shelves? And what’s involved in getting it there?

This session follows the journey of an idea through 1st draft, edits, the editorial process, the design process, the illustration process, proofs and print.

It will also focus on what makes a story worth publishing. The key elements of a cover that will grab attention, the importance of a back cover blurb and spines.

This session covers both printed and handmade books.

Topics:

• Elements of a good story
• Elements of a great cover or jacket
• The publishing process from conception to print
• Selling in a book