In two weeks, I’ll be presenting at NIWA’s first Symposium on Independent Writing.
Yes, this is happening on Super Bowl weekend. Yes, my presentation?Point of Professional Pride: Preparing for the NSQ Review?occurs during the last session of the weekend (Sunday mid-day). But, the Northwest Independent Writers Association has put together a great couple of days of dynamic presentations and speakers including the keynote from Mark Leslie Lefebvre, Kobo’s Director of Self-Publishing and Author Relations. Attendees can choose from twenty-four sessions across three tracks?writing, publishing, and marketing?for detailed information and guidance in the world of indie authorship.
If you come to my session, for instance, you’ll learn about the ins and outs of NIWA’s Seal of Quality (NSQ)?a program which essentially gets your book a professional-level critique (for published or not-yet-published book) for $40. The NSQ program was completely retooled (by yours truly) in 2013 and applies objective and stringent measurements to take the stigma out of “self-publishing” and to help you “put your best book forward.” Bring your NSQ questions!
Speaking of NSQ books, I’ll participate in the NIWA Author Showcase at the end of the symposium. Authors of NSQ-approved titles will sell books, offer autographs, and share friendly conversation in this event benefiting The Right Brain Initiative and The Library Association of Hillsboro.
I also understand I’m up for some kind of award.
Hope to see you there!