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SUMMARY:Self-Publishing for New Authors
DESCRIPTION:Stepping into self-publishing means becoming both an author and a publisher\, but what does that really mean? This workshop provides an essential overview of the publishing industry from a self-publisher’s perspective. Learn about the difference between traditional\, vanity\, and self-publishing. From obtaining ISBNs and distribution networks to royalties\, this workshop is perfect for writers who want a big-picture view into the world of self-publishing before diving in. \nPlease go to https://markham.bibliocommons.com/events/69175f670d45944c9e671fbe to register.
URL:https://wcyork.ca/event/self-publishing-for-new-authors/
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SUMMARY:Artist-Poet Gathering
DESCRIPTION:A quarterly meetup between artists and poets in the Aurora Cultural Centre’s galleries in Aurora Town Square’s Homeroom Galleries. Participants are invited to create spontaneous written and visual responses to the artworks on display within our current exhibitions. \nEach gathering begins with 1.5 hours of viewing\, social\, and creation time\, followed by a 30-minute sharing session with the option to present any work made. All writing/art materials are responsible of the participants. Please note that only dry media is permitted in this program. \nPlease see https://auroraculturalcentre.ca/events-for-artists/ to register.
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LOCATION:Aurora Town Square\, 50 Victoria Street\, Aurora\, Ontario\, L4G 1R3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:7 Stories
DESCRIPTION:7 Stories is a writing competition inspired by art. Each year\, seven artworks are selected from the Gallery’s collection. Writers are invited to spend time with these pieces — to notice what stirs\, unsettles\, comforts\, surprises\, or lingers — and respond with an original story. Your story can be funny\, quiet\, haunting\, reflective\, hopeful\, or unexpected.
 There is no perfect response. Whatever the artwork evokes in you is the right answer. \nVisit the Art Gallery of Georgina’s 7 Stories webpage for more information\, submission guidelines\, and how to enter.
URL:https://wcyork.ca/event/7-stories/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Georgina\, 149 High St.\, Sutton West\, Ontario\, L0E 1R0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Competitions
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SUMMARY:A Marketing Cheatsheet to Growing Your Social Media Following
DESCRIPTION:While raising the number of social media followers isn’t a magic formula for selling books or gaining traction with agents and publishers\, it is a trust signal to the people buying your books that you are a ‘in real life’ person whom they can relate to. \nI managed to grow my social media following on three platforms from fifty to over a thousand in a matter of months\, but my novel isn’t out yet. How did I do this? \nI’ll explore methods for increasing your reach on BlueSky\, Threads\, and Instagram. The techniques are also effective for other platforms. \nTopics covered \n\nWhy is it necessary to have a social media following\nExamples of authors with successful followings\nWhat should you be selling as an author\nDemystifying the author brand\nWho is your target audience\nHow do you match your effort to your strengths\nWhen to diversify your reach\nWhat to do while waiting for results\n\nBiography \nI’m an author who has moonlighted as a product leader for over a decade. During that time\, I’ve helped sell million-dollar SaaS products through community building\, podcasting\, and thought leadership blogs. I’m in the early stages of my author journey\, but I would love to share what I’ve learned. I am the host of the podcast Myths & Samsara\, and I am on submission with my first novel while writing the second. \nReserve your spot today. 
URL:https://wcyork.ca/event/a-marketing-cheatsheet-to-growing-your-social-media-following/
LOCATION:Taylor’s Funeral Home\, 524 Davis Drive\, Newmarket\, Ontario\, L3Y 2P3\, Canada
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