How does a manuscript become a book? What goes into selecting, editing, and ultimately publishing a text? In this workshop, two renowned publishers share their experience and open a window into the world of contemporary publishing.
Will Evans, founder of Deep Vellum in Dallas, and Eduardo Rabasa, novelist and co-founder of Editorial Sexto Piso in Mexico, will guide participants through the editorial process—from discovering new voices to shaping a manuscript for publication and bringing it into the hands of readers. Together, they will reflect on the challenges and opportunities faced by independent presses, the value of translation, and the role of editors as cultural curators.
This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from two leading figures in independent publishing and to better understand the path a text takes from idea to finished book.
