Writer's Lab Workshops in September: Jax Book Fest Edition

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Jax Book Fest

#Jax Book Fest 2024: Writer's Day

Join us starting Friday, September 20 from 12 - 5 p.m. at the Main Library for a two-day celebration of great books, fantastic authors, and all things reading! In between workshops, you'll also have the opportunity to network with fellow writers and writer's groups. We'll also be joined by three #1 New York Times bestselling authors, dozens of Jacksonville-based authors, and a few Florida Writer's Groups for Reader's Day on Saturday, September 21, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Read more at jaxlibrary.org/bookfest


Hands-On Workshops (Limited Seating)

(50 seats available, Conference Center: Multipurpose Room 1)


Lecture-Style Labs

(380+ seats available, Conference Center: Hicks Auditorium)


Self-Publishing Workshop (Choose One)

(Limited seating, Center for Adult Learning: Computer Lab)

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Our partners at Biblioboard will be offering FREE one-hour, hands-on workshops on how to format and publish your manuscript using Pressbooks Public. With this FREE online tool, you can submit your e-book to the Florida Indie Author Collection or get your manuscript ready for on-demand printing. Pressbooks is a great option if you want complete control over your own content or the ability to collaborate with other authors and editors.

Choose the time that works best for you: 12 - 1 p.m., 2-3 p.m., 4-5 p.m. You can use the Library's computers to follow along or feel free to bring your own laptop.

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Pre-registration is strongly recommended (as some programs may reach capacity). You will need a Jacksonville Public Library card if you want to register in advance. If you don't have a card but you are a Duval County resident, you can apply online in as little as two minutes.


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Networking & Resources for Writers

Looking to make friends with and learn from other authors? Need help getting your manuscript ready to print? From accountability partners and feedback on each other's works-in-progress to writing tips and advice for avoiding pitfalls and navigating the publishing (and self-publishing) worlds... 

Drop by the Conference Level anytime between 12 - 5 p.m. on Friday, September 20, for networking and resources. We'll be joined by representatives from Authors Roundtable of Northeast Florida, Biblioboard, First Coast Romance Writers, Mystery Writers of America Florida Chapter, and Women Writing for (a) Change Jacksonville.