ROCKPORT — Those interested in publishing their book and other writing projects are invited to a brief introduction to Business of Writing.
Rae Padilla Francoeur will present “Writing is Just the Beginning” this Monday, Jan. 27, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. in the Brenner Room at Rockport Public Library, 17 School St.
Writing a book or essay is just the beginning of the road to publication and promotion and marketing. Francoeur founded the Business of Writing to help independent and traditionally published authors. Members discuss everything from creating a book proposal to planning a book launch, to the formatting and cover design of an indie book.
Cape Ann’s Business of Writing members have been meeting monthly for several years for the purpose of staying informed about all aspects of publishing and book marketing and promotion, Francoeur said.
Business of Writing usually meets monthly via Zoom. Francoeur said the group plans meetings at the Rockport Public Library on Mondays, March 10, June 9, and Dec. 8. All of those with books or essays well in progress are welcome to attend or become involved.
Francoeur is a journalist and author who has managed a variety of newspapers and magazines, and served as creative services director at the Peabody Essex Museum and editorial manager at the Museum of Fine Arts. She also started Literary Cape Ann and works with a committed team to present free, literary events on Cape Ann.
Monday’s event is co-sponsored by Literary Cape Ann. Registration is requested by visiting the event’s listing at rockportlibrary.org.
More information is available by contacting Osha Rose at orose@rockportlibrary.org