Come join us at the Dover Public Library to learn about every aspect of the writing process -from firing up your imagination to publishing. Spend a day with local writers and realize the possibility of becoming a published author. Already a local author? Bring your published works for the Book Marketplace at the end of the day. All are welcome to spread out their wares, sell, sign, and talk shop. For any questions, contact j.adams@dover.nh.gov.

9:00 - 9:15: Welcome

9:15 - 10:00: Local Writers Panel

10:00 - 10:45: Steve Carter: "Location as Character –From Research to Writing"

10:45 - 11:15: Autumn Siders -“A Fine Line: An Author/Bookseller Navigates the Digital Age”

11:15 - 12:00: Greg Bastianelli -Experiences with small press independent publishers

12:00 - 1:00 LUNCH -Bring a bag lunch or grab a quick bite downtown.

1:00 - 1:30: Dan Lawton -On crafting the perfect query letter

1:30 - 2:15: Jeff Deck -Pushing through to finish your first novel

2:15 - 3:00: Book Marketplace -Sign, sell, mingle!