Kristin Jacques

Speaker

Kristin Jacques is an award-winning author of fantasy fiction for teens and adults. She currently lives in a small town in Connecticut with her partner, kiddos, and two trash goblins who think they are cats. When not writing, she’s usually reading, gaming, or catching some excellent b-horror movies. She is currently working on projects full of magic, mystery, and delight.

1:30PM - 3:00PM EDT

Saturday July 12th

LGBTQ+ History in Publishing

While recent years have had a surge in the number of LGBTQ+ books published in the English language, the history of LGBTQ+ publishing goes back much further than just the twenty-first century. Panelists will discuss the history of LGBTQ+ publishing, reviewing both lows and highs of this portion of the publishing industry.

9:30PM - 11:00PM EDT

Saturday July 12th

Cooperative Publishing: The Ins and Outs of Indie Co-ops

With a variety of publishing options for aspiring authors, deciding on what’s best for you can be overwhelming. Even though we all dream of a traditional publishing deal with a huge advance, the reality of this wish may not have come true yet! In this panel, we explore an innovative option for indie authors: Cooperative Publishing. Join us as we discuss what indie co-ops are, the pros and cons of this publishing option, and tips for navigating indie co-ops.