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SUMMARY:Webinar: What I Wish I'd Known about Publishing
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Book Publishers Roundtable for a virtual panel discussion on the secrets and surprises of the publishing industry. Seasoned professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds and roles share what they wish they’d known early in their careers and offer insider tips for success. \nAndrew Karre is senior executive editor at Dutton Books\, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers Group\, a division of Penguin Random House. Over the course of his career\, he has had the privilege of editing numerous award-winning and bestselling books for children and young adults\, including works by Kristin Cashore\, Shannon Gibney\, A.S. King\, Malinda Lo\, Ashley Hope Pérez\, Junauda Petrus\, and Ibi Zoboi. Prior to joining Dutton in 2015\, he was editorial director of Carolrhoda Books and Carolrhoda Lab\, imprints of Lerner Publishing Group. He lives in St. Paul with his family. \nJamie Knapp is the director of publicity for Plume and Tiny Reparations Books and the associate director of publicity for Dutton. She also serves as the Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Council representative for the PPG Division at Penguin Random House. \nDaniel Leary has been overseeing aspects of book design\, print production and manufacturing for the University of Minnesota Press and the Minnesota Historical Society Press since 1996. Leary has mentored more than 50 publishing interns over the last decade as design and production manager at the MNHS Press. Dan enjoys guitar rock and watching high school basketball games. \nSteph Reierson is an educational publishing professional with nearly 20 years of experience in a variety of channels in the industry. She spent 13 years in PK-12 book distribution at Mackin Educational Resources\, building a classroom services department\, creating 3PL services\, and serving as the publisher relations contact for the company’s thousands of publisher vendors. She has held leadership roles in OER curriculum and ed-tech (at Open Up Resources)\, children’s book publishing (as president at Bookstaves and Amicus)\, children’s podcasts (Story Seeds podcast and publishing)\, and leadership training (Co-Active Training Institute). As operations director at Book Buddy Media\, Steph is passionate about aligning product\, strategy\, and relationships to facilitate Book Buddy’s creation of resources that ignite curiosity and support research-aligned instruction. \nWebinars are $5 for members and students and $15 for nonmembers. When you register via the Eventbrite link below\, you will receive further instructions on how to attend. \nWhere & When \nZoom online meeting platform \nWednesday\, November 8\, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m CST \nRegistration Information \nThe program starts at noon Central time on the video conference platform Zoom. You will receive an invitation link and password via email on Tuesday\, November 7. Downloading the Zoom app for your computer or device is recommended\, but instructions for joining via web browser or phone are included in the invitation. \nTo register online\, click here. \nRESERVATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL TUESDAY\, NOVEMBER 7\, AT NOON.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/webinar-what-i-wish-id-known-about-publishing/
LOCATION:Zoom online meeting platform\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Born Accessible
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Book Publishers Roundtable for a virtual lesson on how to make your InDesign files accessible from the beginning of your project. Learn how and why to implement accessibility features such as alt text\, navigation landmarks\, bookmarks\, hyperlinks\, file metadata\, and HTML export tags. This discussion will also include an overview of best practices in writing alt text. \nKeynote speaker Kris Tomes is a freelancer and consultant who provides print and digital production services to publishers throughout North America and New Zealand. She spent nearly 10 years at Lerner Publishing Group\, most recently as a senior digital product manager\, and led the company’s accessibility team. Kris is an international speaker who has presented at several eBookcraft and Tech Forum conferences over the years. She also served as the MBPR vice president and social media manager from 2014 to 2016. A proponent of elastic assets\, clean code\, and future proofing\, Kris is especially interested in accessibility features that serve all readers. \nWebinars are $5 for members and students and $15 for nonmembers. Register via Eventbrite. \nWhere & When \nZoom online meeting platform \nWednesday\, January 24\, 2024 \n12 pm – 1 pm \nRegistration Information \nThe program starts at noon Central time on the video conference platform Zoom. You will receive an invitation link and password via email on Tuesday\, January 23. Downloading the Zoom app for your computer or device is recommended\, but instructions for joining via web browser or phone are included in the invitation. \nTo register online\, click here. \nReservations accepted until Tuesday\, January 23\, at noon.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/webinar-born-accessible/
LOCATION:Zoom online meeting platform\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The State of AI in Publishing: Progress\, Pros\, and Pitfalls
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Book Publishers roundtable for a virtual panel discussing the current state of AI in the publishing industry. This webinar gathers a group of local professionals with a variety of jobs across the industry who are working to figure out how and where to integrate AI into their workflows while avoiding the challenges of the technology. Whether you’re fully immersed in AI or hesitant to get started\, this frank discussion may give you a new view on what AI can (and can’t) do for you. \nPat Maloney is the production manager at Red Line Editorial and a former co-chair of Boneshaker Books. With certificates in editing\, graphic design\, and project management\, he has worked in several corners of the publishing industry. In early 2024\, Pat wrote Red Line’s policy for acceptable use of generative AI. \nSpencer Brinker is the Director of Product Development at Bearport Publishing. He has a long history in publishing\, with various roles in design\, creative direction\, and production management. He has worked with Bearport staff to produce public facing AI policy statements\, as well as internal guidelines for appropriate usage. \nDan Janal is the author of more than a dozen books\, an award-winning daily newspaper reporter and editor\, a highly engaging speaker\, and a podcaster. Dan provides book coaching\, developmental editing\, and ghostwriting services to successful business professionals and healthcare providers. Dan lends his marketing experience to help authors write books that attract clients. Learn more about Dan’s work at WriteYourBookInAFlash.com. \nWebinars are $5 for members and students and $15 for nonmembers. Register via Eventbrite. \n  \nWhere & When \nZoom online meeting platform \nWednesday\, March 13\, 2024 \n12 pm – 1 pm \n  \nRegistration Information \nThe program starts at noon Central time on the video conference platform Zoom. You will receive an invitation link and password via email on Tuesday\, March 12. Downloading the Zoom app for your computer or device is recommended\, but instructions for joining via web browser or phone are included in the invitation. \nTo register online\, click here. \nReservations accepted until Tuesday\, March 12\, at noon.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/webinar-the-state-of-ai-in-publishing-progress-pros-and-pitfalls/
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SUMMARY:“Wherever Books Are Sold”: The Myths and Promises of Book Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Book Publishers Roundtable for our season-ending in-person panel discussing book distribution. \nAs books travel from publisher to consumer\, the decisions a business makes to navigate this journey are critical to a book’s visibility and ultimate success in the trade and the title’s financial well-being. With options ranging from traditional full-service trade distribution to wholesale and third-party fulfillment centers to direct-to-consumer strategies\, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to book distribution. \nThis meeting is a must-attend for anyone interested in the complex process of efficiently and effectively getting books onto shelves and into readers’ hands. \nThrough a moderated in-person discussion\, our panel of publishing veterans will delve into the diverse strategies their businesses adopted to work with retailers and booksellers\, exploring the rationale behind their choices and the operational impacts of these decisions. \nYou won’t want to miss this in-person luncheon meeting\, where you can gain valuable insights into the dynamics of book distribution and network with industry peers. Lunch is included for preregistered attendees. \nPanelists\nDr. Artika Tyner (https://www.artikatyner.com/) is a passionate educator\, award-winning author\, civil rights attorney\, sought-after speaker\, and advocate for justice. She lives in Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, and is the founder of the Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute. \nAndrew DeYoung is Publisher for Books at 1517 Media\, overseeing the three imprints of Broadleaf Books\, Beaming Books\, and Fortress Press. He is also the author of The Exo Project\, a 2018 Minnesota Book Award Winner; The Temps; and The Day He Never Came Home\, a Minnesota-set thriller forthcoming in July from Sourcebooks. \nHanna Kjeldbjerg (she/her) is the vice president of Wise Ink Media. With over a decade of experience in publishing\, she has helped almost two hundred authors bring their sizable stories to life. She has presented about publishing at the Loft Literary Center\, the Wordsmith conference\, IBPA’s Publishing University\, and Write On\, Door County. Hanna is the cofounder of Err Artist Collective\, which curated monthly variety shows and zines for over six years. Her installation art has been a part of the Art Shanty Projects\, and her writing has been featured in Publishers Weekly and Paper Darts. \n(Moderator) In addition to serving on the MBPR board\, Rachel Zugschwert is the executive vice president of marketing at Lerner Publishing Group. Previously\, she has worked in book marketing at 1517 Media\, Consortium Book Sales & Distribution\, and Simon & Schuster. She has a Masters in Publishing from Pace University\, and delights in helping readers find the right books. \n  \nCheck-in and networking begins at 11:30. The program starts at 12:00 and will run for about an hour. \nTickets\nTickets are $20 for members and students. They are $25 for nonmembers with advanced reservation. If space allows walk-ins\, those without reservations will be charged $30 at the door. \nTo register online\, click here. \nFood\nLunch will be provided for preregistered attendees. \nParking/Transit\nThere is a small side lot next to the Open Book building (just past the building on the right as you are heading east on Washington; for those heading west\, turn on 10th or 11th and go down the alley to access the lot). If the Open Book lot is full\, other options are: \n* Meters along 10th and 11th \n* Guthrie ramp. Enter on 9th Ave (between Washington & 2nd Street S) \n* Municipal parking ramp across from the Mill City Museum \n* Transit information is available at www.metrotransit.org/trip-planner \nRESERVATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL FRIDAY\, May 10\, AT NOON.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/wherever-books-are-sold-the-myths-and-promises-of-book-distribution/
LOCATION:Open Book\, Target Auditorium\, 1011 Washington Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415\, United States
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SUMMARY:MBPR BOOKTOK PANEL
DESCRIPTION:Should I be leveraging booktok in my marketing strategy? \nThe simple answer is yes. At MBPR\, we’ve put together an amazing panel to discuss this very question. You will walk away with new insights and be able to answer these questions: \nWhat is booktok? How do I get a book booktokked? What difference could booktok make in my marketing?  \nYou’ll also have time to network with other industry professionals. Join us for what is sure to be an enlightening event. \nPanelist Bios \nA.S. Green (previously writing as Anne Greenwood Brown) began writing YA paranormal romance (Delacorte Press)\, then moved to YA contemporary (Albert Whitman Co.)\, then NA contemporary (Entangled Publishing)\, then adult contemporary romance (Harlequin). In 2019\, she delved into independent publishing with adult paranormal romance series and has become a USA Today bestselling author. She has published over 30 novels\, both traditionally and independently\, co-authored Author in Progress (Writers Digest)\, and written numerous posts for the award-winning writers’ website\, Writer Unboxed. You can find her on most social platforms at @asgreenbooks. \nMegan Ciskowski (she/her) is the publicist for Lerner Publishing Group\, one of North America’s largest independent book publishers for children and young adults based in Minneapolis. An advocate for books and literacy\, she has taught writing seminars at elementary schools\, worked for university writing centers\, and managed publications for Truman State University Press. In January 2020\, she earned her MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Hamline University. At Lerner she and a dedicated team of professionals promote and market the work of incredible authors such as Ada Limón\, Monique Gray Smith\, Chris Monroe\, and many more. \nKarlyn Coleman is an award-winning writer\, teacher\, and creative collaborator based in Minneapolis. She works as the Classroom Marketing Manager at Lerner Publishing Group. Karlyn has also been a bookseller at Wild Rumpus Books\, a teaching artist at The Loft\, and is the author of the wintertime picture book Where are all the Minnesotans? illustrated by Carrie Hartman. \nMadelyn Pearson is a Partnership Development Representative at Capstone Publishing\, a local publishing company with global outreach that supports children in being life-long learners. She has been dabbling in the world of Booktok for around 6 months and has seen the positive effect this platform has had on new authors\, books\, and more. \nModerator: \nKristin F. Johnson is a marketer by day and writer by night. She has written nine books for children through Lerner Publishing and ABDO. For two years\, she was a producer and interviewer for KFAI’s Write On! Radio. In 2022\, she self-published the middle grade novel Fearless\, which was named a finalist for a 2023 MiPA award. In the summer of 2024\, Fearless was selected for the Brainerd-area “Battle of the Books.” Forthcoming\, fall of 2024\, Johnson wrote and illustrated pickles and paradise: poems for pickleballers. Follow her on instagram: @kfjbooks. \nDetails: \nDate: Wednesday\, September 18 \nTime: 11:30-1:00pm \nLocation: The Loft Literary Center at Open Book in Minneapolis \nCheck-in and networking begins at 11:30. The program starts at 12:00 and will run for about an hour. \nTickets: \nTickets are $20 for members and students. They are $25 for nonmembers with advanced reservation. If space allows walk-ins\, those without reservations will be charged $30 at the door. \nTo register online\, click here. \nFood: \nLunch will be provided for preregistered attendees. \nParking/Transit: \nThere is a small side lot next to the Open Book building (just past the building on the right as you are heading east on Washington; for those heading west\, turn on 10th or 11th and go down the alley to access the lot). If the Open Book lot is full\, other options are: \n* Meters along 10th and 11th \n* Guthrie ramp. Enter on 9th Ave (between Washington & 2nd Street S) \n* Municipal parking ramp across from the Mill City Museum \n* Transit information is available at www.metrotransit.org/trip-planner \nRESERVATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL FRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 13\, AT NOON.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/mprt-booktok-panel-2/
LOCATION:Open Book\, Target Auditorium\, 1011 Washington Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chicago Manual of Style 18th Edition
DESCRIPTION:This event is presented in partnership with the Professional Editors Network (PEN)\, www.pensite.org. \nJoin MBPR and PEN in welcoming Russell Harper\, principal reviser of The Chicago Manual of Style\, for a discussion of the 18th edition! Harper will detail decisions behind some of the more significant changes in the new edition. This in-person event will also include a Q&A opportunity. \nRussell Harper has served as principal reviser of the last three editions of The Chicago Manual of Style\, including the 18th\, published in 2024. He is also the editor of The Chicago Manual of Style Online Q&A and the CMOS Shop Talk blog and contributed to the 8th and 9th editions of Kate L. Turabian’s A Manual for Writers of Research Papers\, Theses\, and Dissertations. Before working on The Chicago Manual of Style\, Russell was a manuscript editor in the Books Division at the University of Chicago Press; before that\, he worked in printing and typesetting.  \n***** \nWHEN AND WHERE \nOpen Book (Target Performance Hall) \n1011 Washington Avenue S.\, Minneapolis\, MN 55415. \nWednesday\, November 20 \nCheck-in and networking begins at 11:30. The program starts at 12:00 and will run for about an hour. \n  \nTickets \nRESERVATIONS ARE RESERVED FOR MBPR AND PEN MEMBERS UNTIL NOVEMBER 12. Beginning November 13\, non-member reservation will be accepted as space allows until November 15 at noon\, or until sold out. \nMBPR and PEN Members: $20 \nNon-Members and Students (beginning November 13): $25 \nPlease note that this event is likely to sell out. Register soon! \nTo register and pay online with a credit card\, click here. If you prefer to pay at the door by cash or check\, please email reservations@publishersroundtable.org with your reservation request. \n  \nFood \nLunch will be provided for preregistered attendees. \n  \nParking/Transit \nThere is a small side lot next to the Open Book building (just past the building on the right as you are heading east on Washington; for those heading west\, turn on 10th or 11th and go down the alley to access the lot). If the Open Book lot is full\, other options are: \n* Meters along 10th and 11th \n* Guthrie ramp. Enter on 9th Ave (between Washington & 2nd Street S) \n* Municipal parking ramp across from the Mill City Museum \n* Transit information is available at www.metrotransit.org/trip-planner \n  \nRESERVATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL FRIDAY\, NOVEMBER 15\, AT NOON OR UNTIL SOLD OUT. \nIf you prefer to pay at the door by cash or check\, please email reservations@publishersroundtable.org with your reservation request. \n  \nA recording of the event will be made available to current MBPR members through our password-protected member resources website after the event.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/chicago-manual-of-style-18th-edition/
LOCATION:Open Book\, Target Auditorium\, 1011 Washington Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415\, United States
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Why Business Savvy Matters in Creative Roles
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Book Publishers Roundtable for a virtual panel discussing why business savvy matters in creative roles. \nIn the ever-evolving landscape of publishing\, success requires more than just creative vision—it demands a solid understanding of the business world. This engaging webinar brings together a panel of experts from the book publishing industry to explore why professionals in creative roles must develop business acumen to thrive. \nOur distinguished panelists will discuss: \n\nHow understanding contracts\, budgets\, and P&Ls can empower creative professionals.\nStrategies for balancing artistic integrity with commercial success.\nThe impact of industry trends\, such as the integration of AI\, on traditional business models.\nReal-world experiences of blending creativity with bottom-line concerns.\n\nWhether you’re an editor\, writer\, designer\, or any other publishing professional\, this webinar will provide valuable insights on navigating the intersection of art and commerce. Join us for an inspiring conversation that will leave you with actionable advice and a renewed perspective on the importance of business savvy in creative careers. \nBeth Brezenoff is the Executive Vice President and General Manager\, Content at Capstone. Beth began her career in children’s publishing at Simon & Schuster before joining Capstone as an editor in 2006. At Capstone\, she held roles of Editorial Director\, Global Trade and Consumer and Product Planning Director and became Publisher in 2021. Beth leads the Capstone Content Team and is responsible for the content development\, strategy\, execution\, and go-to-market for Capstone’s 500-title annual publishing list. She lives in Minneapolis with her family. \nCeece Kelley is the founder of Soaring Kite Books. She has a background in brand marketing and creative services and a Master of Liberal Arts from Harvard University. She enjoys working with illustrators\, graphic designers\, and editors to bring her visions to life and into the hands of readers. After welcoming her first child\, Ceece felt compelled to introduce him to a variety of children’s books including timeless classics\, empowering current releases\, and books with characters that look just like him. \nÜlrika Moats grew up in Treasure Island\, Florida. She attended the Savannah College of Art & Design where she earned her BFA in Metals and Jewelry with a minor in Art History\, as well as her MFA in Graphic Design. Always passionate about art and fashion\, Ülrika began her career in corporate fashion merchandising and operations. In 2014 she joined Brazos Bookstore as the gift buyer and soon became the General Manager. She joined Coffee House Press as the Director of Operations in the summer of 2023. \nTickets \nWebinars are $5 for members and students and $15 for nonmembers. When you register via the Eventbrite link\, you will receive further instructions on how to attend. \nWhere & When \nZoom online meeting platform \nWednesday\, January 22\, 2025 \nRegistration Information \nThe program starts at noon Central time on the video conference platform Zoom. You will receive an invitation link and password via email on Tuesday\, January 21. Downloading the Zoom app for your computer or device is recommended\, but instructions for joining via web browser or phone are included in the invitation. \nReservations accepted until Tuesday\, January 21\, at noon.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/webinar-why-business-savvy-matters-in-creative-roles/
LOCATION:Zoom online meeting platform\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ticketed Events
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SUMMARY:MBPR/PEN April Publishing Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:The Professional Editors Network and the Minnesota Book Publishers Roundtable are coming together for another joint happy hour! Whether you’re working in-house or freelance or are just interested in the publishing industry\, join us at Lake Monster Brewing in St. Paul to socialize and network. We welcome editors\, proofreaders\, publishers\, writers\, agents\, indexers\, marketers\, designers\, illustrators\, production managers\, and anyone else in the publishing orbit. You do not need to be a member of MBPR or PEN to attend.\n\n\n\nWeather permitting\, we will gather on the side patio; look for the PEN/MBPR table sign. Nonalcoholic options are available. Light snacks will be provided. See the Lake Monster website for the drink list and food truck schedule. \nIf you are experiencing symptoms of illness\, or if you have been exposed to someone known or suspected to have COVID-19\, please protect those around you by staying home. Masks are not required but are encouraged for those who prefer to wear them.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/mbpr-pen-april-publishing-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Lake Monster Brewing\, 550 Vandalia Street #160\, Saint Paul\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happy Hours
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SUMMARY:In-person Event: Bookstores Rock!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Book Publishers Roundtable for our final in-person panel of the year. We’ve convened booksellers from our most dynamic community-oriented bookstores\, including Big Hill Books\, Milkweed\, Black Garnet Books\, and Wild Rumpus\, to share their perspectives on supporting the diverse reading communities upon which all our work depends. \nDiscussion topics include: \n\nThe place of bookstores in Minnesota’s reading and educational ecosystem\nThe efforts of booksellers to meet current readers and recruit future ones\nThe role of bookstores as a stable haven for diverse perspectives\nWhat publishers and those in publisher-adjacent fields can learn from booksellers’ local perspective on the reading public\n\nThe panel discussion will be followed by a brief Q&A. \nWhere & When \nOpen Book (Target Performance Hall) \n1011 Washington Avenue S.\, Minneapolis\, MN 55415 \nThursday\, May 8\, 2025 (**Please note that due to scheduling conflicts\, this event is on a Thursday\, not a Wednesday as is typical for MBPR panels.**) \nCheck-in and networking begins at 11:30. The program starts at 12:00 and will run for about an hour. \nTickets \nTickets are $20 for members and students. They are $25 for nonmembers with advanced reservation. If space allows walk-ins\, those without reservations will be charged $30 at the door. \nFood \nLunch will be provided for preregistered attendees. \nParking and Transit \nThere is a small side lot next to the Open Book building (just past the building on the right as you are heading east on Washington; for those heading west\, turn on 10th or 11th and go down the alley to access the lot). If the Open Book lot is full\, other options are: \n* Meters along 10th and 11th \n* Guthrie ramp. Enter on 9th Ave (between Washington & 2nd Street S) \n* Municipal parking ramp across from the Mill City Museum \n* Transit information is available at www.metrotransit.org/trip-planner
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/in-person-event-bookstores-rock/
LOCATION:Open Book\, Target Auditorium\, 1011 Washington Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415\, United States
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SUMMARY:MBPR/PEN July Publishing Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:The Professional Editors Network and the Minnesota Book Publishers Roundtable are coming together for another joint happy hour! Whether you’re working in-house or freelance or are just interested in the publishing industry\, join us at Cream & Amber in Hopkins to socialize and network. We welcome editors\, proofreaders\, publishers\, writers\, agents\, indexers\, marketers\, designers\, illustrators\, production managers\, and anyone else in the publishing orbit. You do not need to be a member of MBPR or PEN to attend.\n\n\nWeather permitting\, we will gather on the side patio. Nonalcoholic options are available. Light snacks will be provided. See the Cream & Amber website for drink lists and the food menu. \nIf you are experiencing symptoms of illness\, or if you have been exposed to someone known or suspected to have COVID-19\, please protect those around you by staying home. Masks are not required but are encouraged for those who prefer to wear them.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/mbpr-pen-july-publishing-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Cream & Amber\, 1605 Mainstreet\, Hopkins\, MN\, 55343\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happy Hours
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SUMMARY:In Person Event: Small Press PR - Classic and Cutting Edge Discoverability Tactics that Work Today
DESCRIPTION:How will people find this book? To whom should we pitch it? When do we need to launch the campaign? What can small press publicity teams do to amplify their impact?  \nThese questions are just a few of the many that small press publicity\, marketing\, and sales teams ask every day. With small budgets and a frequently changing media landscape\, getting the right book coverage (whether in trade reviews\, articles\, excerpts\, awards\, influencer posts\, or author appearances) is more difficult to navigate today than it has ever been. Join this panel to hear from three savvy and experienced local publishing PR experts as they discuss core tenets and fresh insights of book discoverability and help us focus on the most important practices of book publicity planning today.  \nThe panel discussion will be followed by a brief Q&A. \nAbout the Panelists \nJana Nelson (she/her)\nJana is a strategic communications expert with more than 20 years of experience in publishing\, nonprofit development\, and public relations. As Publicity Director at Augsburg Fortress Publishers\, she leads organization-wide PR strategy\, manages a team of publicists\, and crafts campaigns that elevate authors and mission-driven narratives. Prior to this\, Jana ran her own PR firm and worked as a senior consultant at AmplifyDMC\, where she helped nonprofits grow their visibility and fundraising capacity. She has also held a leadership role at Graywolf Press and co-founded the inaugural Twin Cities Book Festival.\n \nAlyssa Miller (she/her)\nAlyssa is the Senior Marketing Manager at Amistad Books\, an imprint of HarperCollins. Her 15 year marketing career spans corporate retail\, small business\, and independent press. She has a BA from Howard University in Journalism\, Certificate of Digital Editing & Publishing from the University of Chicago\, and MFA in Creative Writing from Hamline University. A 2024 Mirrors and Windows Loft Fellow and 2025 recipient of a MN State Arts Board Grant\, you can find her active in the broader Twin Cities writing community with Brown Noise\, MN BIPOC Kidlit Collective\, MN Black Authors Expo\, TruArtSpeaks\, and The Loft. \nKatie Olson (she/her)\nKatie Olson is the Marketing and Sales Assistant at the Minnesota Historical Society Press. In this role\, she manages publicity outreach\, social media\, influencer marketing\, review and award submissions\, event planning\, ARC mailings\, and more for 5–8 titles per season. Her career has included a variety of roles spanning digital marketing\, advertising\, project management\, and publicity. She has over two years of experience in publishing and has held previous positions at Wise Ink Creative Publishing\, Coriolis Company\, and Lerner Publishing Group. Katie holds a BA in English and Strategic Communications (Advertising & Public Relations)\, as well as a Certificate in Editing and Publishing from the University of Minnesota. \n  \nWhere & When \nOpen Book (Target Performance Hall) \n1011 Washington Avenue S.\, Minneapolis\, MN 55415 \nThursday\, September 25\, 2025 (**Please note that due to scheduling conflicts\, this event is on a Thursday\, not a Wednesday as is typical for MBPR panels.**) \nCheck-in and networking begins at 11:30. The program starts at 12:00 and will run for about an hour. \nTickets \nTickets are $20 for members and students. They are $25 for nonmembers with advanced reservation. If space allows walk-ins\, those without reservations will be charged $30 at the door. \nFood \nLunch will be provided for preregistered attendees. \nParking and Transit \nThere is a small side lot next to the Open Book building (just past the building on the right as you are heading east on Washington; for those heading west\, turn on 10th or 11th and go down the alley to access the lot). If the Open Book lot is full\, other options are: \n* Meters along 10th and 11th \n* Guthrie ramp. Enter on 9th Ave (between Washington & 2nd Street S) \n* Municipal parking ramp across from the Mill City Museum \n* Transit information is available at www.metrotransit.org/trip-planner
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/in-person-event-small-press-pr-classic-and-cutting-edge-discoverability-tactics-that-work-today/
LOCATION:Open Book\, Target Auditorium\, 1011 Washington Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415\, United States
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SUMMARY:November Virtual Event: Expert Advice on Using Metadata Effectively
DESCRIPTION:Book marketing is ever evolving\, and book discoverability online is one of the most critical areas marketers and publishers need to pay attention to. In this webinar panel\, we will discuss: \n\nWhat makes books show up in online searches?\nWhat does and doesn’t work for keywords?\nHow can AI be used to optimize metadata?\nWhat is a BISAC code and where do you use it?\n\nJoin us for a lively discussion of these important strategies in book marketing. The session will be recorded. \nPanelist Bios \nAngela Bole is Chief Executive Officer of Firebrand Technologies & NetGalley LLC\, both a strategic part of the Firebrand Group collection of companies owned by Media Do International that offer comprehensive technology solutions to nurture book publisher success. Previously\, she was Chief Executive Officer of the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA)\, a position she held for 9 years. \nWith over 20 years of book industry experience\, Angela has spent her career creating and nurturing the kind of collaboration that builds best-in-class products and services. In 2019\, she was named a Publishers Weekly notable person of the year for her work moving the causes of independent publishers forward. She has served on the boards of the Book Industry Study Group (BISG) and the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF). During her service to BISG\, she was awarded both the Community Builder Award and the Industry Champion Award. \nAngela has a master’s degree in Book Publishing from New York University and a bachelor’s in English with a minor in Gender Studies from Indiana University Bloomington. \nAnna Landsverk is a writer\, editor\, and metadata specialist living in the Twin Cities. She has worked in publishing for a decade\, primarily with indie presses and children’s publishers. A proud member of the Book Industry Study Group’s Metadata Committee\, Anna is at the forefront of evolving industry best practices. \nAnna currently serves as Metadata Operations Assistant for Consortium Book Publishing and Distribution\, part of Ingram Content Group. There\, she helps Consortium’s more than 150 client publishers optimize their metadata across a variety of formats and sales channels. When she’s not staring at spreadsheets or tweaking title records\, Anna enjoys playing soccer\, reading middle grade\, and attending concerts. \nTickets \nWebinars are $5 for members and students and $15 for nonmembers. When you register via the Eventbrite link below\, you will receive further instructions on how to attend. \nWhere & When \nZoom online meeting platform \nWednesday\, November 5\, 2025 \nRegistration Information \nThe program starts at noon Central time on the video conference platform Zoom. You will receive an invitation link and password via email on Tuesday\, November 4. Downloading the Zoom app for your computer or device is recommended\, but instructions for joining via web browser or phone are included in the invitation. \nReservations accepted until Monday November 3\, at 5 pm Central time.
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/november-virtual-event-expert-advice-on-using-metadata-effectively/
LOCATION:Zoom online meeting platform\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T130000
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SUMMARY:Mastering Project Management in Modern Publishing
DESCRIPTION:Is “Project Manager” in your job title? Even if it’s not\, your success in publishing likely hinges on expert execution\, which means you’re managing projects. \nIn today’s fast-paced publishing environment\, project management principles are no longer confined to a single role. Whether your official title is Editor\, Managing Editor\, Production Manager\, Content Strategist\, Digital Coordinator\, Marketing Specialist\, or Publicist\, the ability to shepherd complex projects from concept to completion is essential for success. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nJoin three seasoned publishing professionals as they share their most effective\, real-world tools and strategies for navigating the complexities of modern publishing. \nThis session will provide immediately applicable best practices for: \n\nManaging Deliverables: Efficiently handling author submissions\, peer review cycles\, freelancer services\, and tracking all components (e.g.\, artwork\, permissions\, digital assets) to prevent bottlenecks.\nControlling the Production Timeline: Techniques for setting and holding to realistic schedules\, coordinating across editorial\, design\, and production teams\, and mitigating delays in the handoff stages.\nCoordinating Launch & Publicity Campaigns: Strategies for synchronizing internal marketing\, publicity\, and sales efforts with author appearances\, media hits\, and publication dates to maximize impact and avoid critical missteps.\n\nWhy Attend? \nEvery publishing project—whether it’s a complex series launch\, a new interactive e-book\, a major author\, or a multi-channel marketing campaign—comes with its own unique set of challenges. This webinar is a chance to connect with peers and discover fresh perspectives. Join us to share ideas\, validate your own methods\, and learn valuable shortcuts and insights that other experienced publishing project leaders use every day. You’ll leave with practical takeaways you can implement immediately to reduce stress and improve your project outcomes. \nThe final 10 minutes of the session will be dedicated to a live Q&A. \nThe session will be recorded. \nPanelists \nKristina Hall: Kristina Hall is the Manager of Marketing Services at Consortium Book Sales & Distribution\, managing CBSD’s marketing efforts and publisher marketing opportunities. Prior to that\, she served as a Marketing and Communications Manager at the University of Minnesota\, spent several years in various marketing roles at Lerner Books\, and worked in title metadata management. Kristina lives in Minneapolis and enjoys art and drawing\, traveling\, and reading (of course). \nJessica Lockrem: Jessica Lockrem is Director of Contracts\, Rights\, and Book Production at Augsburg Fortress Publishers in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. Previously\, she worked in various production and editorial roles at several academic journals\, including Cultural Anthropology\, Feminist Economics\, and the Journal of Vietnamese Studies. She has a PhD in anthropology from Rice University\, where she conducted research on public transportation planning processes in Ho Chi Minh City\, Vietnam. \nLinda Secondari: Linda Secondari is the Principal and Creative Director of Studiolo Secondari\, a design firm in NYC focusing on Book development and Digital Communications. Linda is an award-winning Creative Director and Design Strategist who integrates Design Thinking with critical business experience to develop creative solutions to business problems from workflow to product development. Linda has 25 years of experience in Design and communications. Before establishing Studiolo\, she was the Creative Director at Oxford University Press\, managing an international design team producing 3\,000 titles and websites a year. \nTickets \nWebinars are $5 for members and students and $15 for nonmembers. \nWhere & When \nZoom online meeting platform \nWednesday\, January 28\, 2026 \n12 pm (Central Time) \nRegistration Information \nThe program starts at 12 pm (CT) on Zoom. You will receive an invitation link and password via email on Tuesday\, January 27. If you don’t see the link by the end of the day Tuesday\, remember to check your spam folder. If you have registered for multiple attendees within your organization\, don’t forget to pass on the Zoom information to all registered attendees. Downloading the Zoom app for your computer or device is recommended\, but instructions for joining via web browser or phone are included in the invitation. \nReservations accepted until Monday\, January 26\, at 5 pm (CT). \nRegister today at this link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/january-virtual-event-mastering-project-management-in-modern-publishing
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/mastering-project-management-in-modern-publishing/
LOCATION:Zoom online meeting platform\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T130000
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SUMMARY:Freelance and In-House Collaboration – Building a Successful Working Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a freelancer building relationships with publishers or an in-house employee seeking a reliable network of collaborators\, this conversation between experts will provide a thoughtful perspective on what makes partnerships and projects truly thrive. \nAt its core\, the success of publishing relies on communication and lasting collaboration amongst professionals. During this event you will gain insight into cultivating strong\, sustainable relationships between in-house publishing teams and freelancers in order to problem solve\, manage tasks and execute successful projects together! \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow freelancers and in-house teams can connect\, build trust and form relationships\nCommon red flags — and how to avoid them\nHow to turn one-off projects into sustainable working relationships\nWhat makes a freelancer someone an in-house team wants to hire again\nWhat makes a client someone a freelancer wants to work with again\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nFreelance publishing professionals\nIn-house publishing employees\nPublishing students exploring freelance or in-house career paths\n\nThis virtual panel will take place March 18\, 2026 at 12:00 pm (CT). You can register at the link below. We are looking forward to seeing you and learning together!\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/march-virtual-event-freelance-and-in-house-collaboration-building-a-successful-working-foundation  \nThe final 10 minutes of the session will be dedicated to a live Q&A. \nThe session will be recorded. \nAbout the Panelists:\nBased in the Twin Cities\, Mandi Andrejka got her start in publishing as an in-house editor at Lerner Publishing Group and has since made the shift into full-time freelance editing. Since 2020\, she’s been an editor for self-publishing authors\, querying authors\, and publishers. She’s done freelance editing for Minnesota publishers such as Lerner\, Bearport Publishing\, and Capstone Publishing in addition to others including Harlequin\, Sourcebooks\, Charlesbridge Publishing\, and Levine Querido. Her primary focus is fiction for middle grade\, young adult\, and adult audiences. \nAshley Kuehl (she/they) has worked in publishing for about twenty-five years\, most of these as an in-house editor and editorial director\, as well as five years of editing and writing as an independent contractor. In their current role as editorial director\, Bellwether Media\, at FlutterBee Education Group\, Ashley is responsible for managing the production of about 225 hi-lo and emergent reader school/library titles each year. This role includes planning and coordinating production schedules and workflow\, hiring freelancers\, representing the group in sales and marketing efforts\, and supporting the editorial team. \nJaime Willems is a Graphic Designer at Capstone Publishers. With 12 years of both freelance and in-house design and illustration experience across publishing\, film\, and advertising\, she is an experienced creative and an eager collaborator. She is a graduate from Minneapolis College of Art and Design\, with a BFA in Comic Art. She lives in Minneapolis with her husband\, son\, and two needy cats. \nTickets\nWebinars are $5 for members and students and $15 for nonmembers. \nWhere & When\nZoom online meeting platform \nWednesday\, March 18\, 2026 \n12 pm (Central Time) \nRegistration Information\nThe program starts at 12 pm (CT) on Zoom. You will receive an invitation link and password via email on Tuesday\, March 17. If you don’t see the link by the end of the day Tuesday\, remember to check your spam folder. If you have registered for multiple attendees within your organization\, don’t forget to pass on the Zoom information to all registered attendees. Downloading the Zoom app for your computer or device is recommended\, but instructions for joining via web browser or phone are included in the invitation. \nReservations accepted until Monday\, March 16\, at 5 pm (CT).
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/freelance-and-in-house-collaboration-building-a-successful-working-foundation/
LOCATION:Zoom online meeting platform\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:In-Person Event: What I Wish Other Departments Knew About My Job
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for MBPR’s May in-person luncheon\, What I Wish Other Departments Knew About My Job. \nCreating a book is highly collaborative\, but many jobs focus on just one part of the process. Title planning\, sales\, and marketing can feel mysterious to those in production\, and vice versa. Yet understanding these other roles can be key to producing quality products and improving efficiency. Join MBPR for a peek behind the curtain at different parts of the publishing process and tips for improving collaboration at each step along the way. \nThe panel discussion will be followed by a brief Q&A. This session will be recorded and shared with those who register. \nAbout the Panelists \nElizabeth Dingmann Schneider has 20 years of experience in children’s educational publishing. Her career has spanned a variety of roles\, including publicity\, project management\, and editorial. She currently serves as Editorial Director at Capstone\, where she oversees the editorial and media research teams. Elizabeth has a BA in English from the College of St. Benedict\, as well as an MFA in Creative Writing from Hamline University. \nDerek Zobel‘s career path has gone from publishing\, to robotics\, to medical devices\, and back to publishing. Prior to his current role as Publisher at North Star Editions\, he was the Publisher at Bellwether Media and held marketing communications roles at Recon Robotics and Medtronic. He is passionate about public schools and quality educational materials\, serving on his local elementary school PTA and the district wide council for Bloomington Public Schools. Derek has a BA in English from St. Olaf College and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas Opus School of Business. \nWhere & When \nOpen Book (Target Performance Hall)\n1011 Washington Avenue S.\, Minneapolis\, MN 55415 \nWednesday\, April 29\, 2026 \nCheck-in and networking begins at 11:30 am. The program starts at 12:00 and will run for about an hour. \nTickets \nTickets are $20 for members and students. They are $25 for nonmembers with advanced reservation. If space allows walk-ins\, those without reservations will be charged $30 at the door. \nRegistration Link Here \nRegistrations accepted until Tuesday\, April 28th at midnight. \nFood \nLunch will be provided for preregistered attendees. \nParking & Transit \nThere is a small side lot next to the Open Book building (just past the building on the right as you are heading east on Washington; for those heading west\, turn on 10th or 11th and go down the alley to access the lot). If the Open Book lot is full\, other options are: \n\nMeters along 10th and 11th\nGuthrie ramp: Enter on 9th Ave (between Washington & 2nd Street S)\nMunicipal parking ramp across from the Mill City Museum\nTransit information is available at www.metrotransit.org/trip-planner
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/in-person-event-what-i-wish-other-departments-knew-about-my-job/
LOCATION:Open Book\, Target Auditorium\, 1011 Washington Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415\, United States
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SUMMARY:MBPR September In-Person Event: Publishing in a Time of Censorship
DESCRIPTION:Register now for MBPR’s September in-person luncheon: Publishing in a Time of Censorship. \nJoin MBPR for a roundtable discussion about publishing in the current political climate. From book bans to censorship to attacks on diversity\, this moderator-guided discussion will touch on some of the biggest difficulties facing publishers and some of the solutions our peers have found. \nIn order to foster open and candid discussion\, this in-person event will NOT be recorded. Please join us if you wish to participate! \nWhere & When \nOpen Book \nRoom 203 (not the performance hall) \n1011 Washington Avenue S.\, Minneapolis\, MN 55415 \nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026 \nCheck-in and networking begins at 11:30 am. The program starts at 12:00 and will run for about an hour. \nTickets \nTickets are $20 for members and students. They are $25 for nonmembers with advanced reservation. If space allows walk-ins\, those without reservations will be charged $30 at the door. \nRegistrations accepted until 11:55 PM Monday\, September 21. \nFood \nLunch will be provided for preregistered attendees. \nParking & Transit \nThere is a small side lot next to the Open Book building (just past the building on the right as you are heading east on Washington; for those heading west\, turn on 10th or 11th and go down the alley to access the lot). If the Open Book lot is full\, other options are: \n\nMeters along 10th and 11th\nGuthrie ramp: Enter on 9th Ave (between Washington & 2nd Street S)\nMunicipal parking ramp across from the Mill City Museum\nTransit information is available at www.metrotransit.org/trip-planner
URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/mbpr-september-in-person-event-publishing-in-a-time-of-censorship/
LOCATION:Open Book\, Conference Room
CATEGORIES:Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T120000
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SUMMARY:Topic: eCommerce
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URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/topic-ecommerce/
LOCATION:Zoom online meeting platform\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270113T120000
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SUMMARY:New Year\, New Metadata
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URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/new-year-new-metadata/
LOCATION:Zoom online meeting platform\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270324T120000
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SUMMARY:Topic: Distribution Post-Baker & Taylor Distribution Services
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URL:https://publishersroundtable.org/event/topic-distribution-post-baker-taylor-distribution-services/
LOCATION:Zoom online meeting platform\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ticketed Events
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