The Past. . .and Your Future as a Writer
Illinois Woman's Press Association kicks off its new program year with a program
that offers an opportunity to put "book author" after your name. The
September 17, 2005, speaker is John Pearson, Midwest Publisher with Arcadia
Publishing, who will outline what he looks for in authors for Arcadia's books,
his perspective of the book market today and the various publishing avenues
for authors. He will also share his marketing techniques for anyone promoting
a book.
Arcadia is the leading local history publisher in the United States, with a
catalog of more than 3,000 titles in print. The company is best known for its
popular Images of America series, which has chronicled the history of communities
across the country. Each title brings a town or region and its people and events
to life with vintage black and white photos.
Pearson joined Arcadia in 2001, after having been a high school English teacher,
book store manager and text book editor. He is a native of Elmhurst and has
lived in Chicago for 13 years.
Whether freelance writer, a history buff or just ready to take on a book in
your off-work hours, you will gain new insights into this unique publishing
opportunity. Join us at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, September 17, 2005, at the Bali
Room in the Chicago Athletic Association, 12 S. Michigan.
Timetable:11:30 a.m. Registration and Networking
12 noon to 1 p.m. Lunch
1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Guest Speaker John Pearson
Reservations: Call the IWPA Hotline at
312-458-9151. Please mention any special meal requests (vegetarian, etc.) when
you make your reservation. Pay in cash or check at the door.
Cost: $30 IWPA members, their guests and full-time students; $40 for nonmembers.
Member Benefit: Show & Share Table. Members are invited to bring brochures and samples of projects for attendees to view. No selling is permitted. If you'd like table space, please leave this request on the Hotline when you make your reservation.
Travel/Accommodations: Parking is available at the Grant Park underground
garage. The
el stop is right outside the door. Overnight accommodations are available at
the Chicago Athletic Association. Call 312-236-7500 and ask for the IWPA rate.