F2535 Bestseller: Inside the Weird World of Publishing
Class | Registration opens Monday, September 15, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Getting a book published in today's world demands a lot from an author. Patience and business savvy are only part of the story; knowledge of the publishing industry is paramount. It's also a confusing and contradictory science and very strange magic business that can often resemble a full-on contact sport. This unit will attempt to demystify the industry and provide a head's up on what to expect behind the curtain.
In Person - Recorded
Stephen Mack Jones
Stephen Mack Jones is a local novelist whose past nine years in publishing have given him a front-row seat to both the industry's inspiring highs and baffling lows. A keen observer with a sharp wit, Jones brings insight into an industry wrestling with its identity in a changing world. With a background in playwriting and award-winning fiction, he offers a unique perspective on the art and business of storytelling today. His work reflects both deep reverence for the literary craft and a critical eye toward its future.