Recently author J.M. Tompkins shared insights into self-publishing with local writers at the Sharon Forks Library. Tompkins is the founder of The Next Level Writing Group and author of the dystopian science fiction series, Habitual Humanity. The first book in the series, Wastebasket, describes life in the year 2069 for a reluctant Navy sailor assigned to patrol the world’s largest trash depository. The five-book series focuses on environmental issues and emerging technologies.
The twenty local writers who attended the Forsyth Writes Together program, Overcome Self-Publishing Myths and Get Started, received valuable insights and resources, including a step-by-step guide to self-publishing. Tompkins signed books and spoke with the authors about their individual publishing goals and her experiences with book cover design, formatting, marketing, and how to make money as an indie author, her preferred term for a self-published author. Each of the participants gained valuable knowledge, ideas, and information on where to start with self-publishing.
Got a concept for a futuristic story? Writers interested in crafting believable science fiction stories will have the opportunity to meet Tompkins in person next month when she presents Using Science in Your Science Fiction, on November 18 at 7 p.m. at the Post Road Library. Please register in advance if you’d like to attend.
Both programs are part of Forsyth Writes Together. Check out our event calendar to see the full list of FCPL programs for all ages.
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