WattCon 2018 Day 1: Opening Remarks & The Lay of the Land - A Writer's Journey in Publishing
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Channel: Wattpad · 2018 · Entertainment
Many Wattpad writers share a common goal of becoming published authors. But the journey from writer to author can take many turns—and there’s more than one road to the finish line. This session will explore the world of publishing with writers who have made it happen. A panel of Wattpad Studios team members and experts from our publishing partners discuss what publishers are looking for and walk us through the process of getting a story ready for submission. You’ll come away with a better understanding of the publishing industry and how to optimize your Wattpad stories for today’s market. Moderator: Alessandra Ferreri, Account Manager, Wattpad Studios Panelists: Zoe Aarsen (@zaarsenist), Writer Ashleigh Gardner, Deputy General Manager, Wattpad Studios, Publishing, Wattpad Eileen Rothschild, Senior Editor, St. Martin's Press / Wednesday Books Jessica Smith, Assistant Editor, Simon Pulse Adam Wilson, Director of Content, INKubator Enterprises
