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Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4, 2005 Free Public Events |
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Saturday, December 3 11:00 - Small Press Author Readings 11:00- Gene Kraig,Greenpoint Press 11:15- Roberta Kalechosky, Micah Publications 11:30- Jane F. Babson, Winstead Press 11:45- Robert Quackenbush, Robert Quackenbush Studios 12:00- Rue Harrison, Porch Lion Press 12:15- Luke Salisbury, Shambling Gate Press 12:30- Peter Selgin, Alimentum Journal 12:00 - An Illustrated Future: Graphic Art and Literature in the New Millenium With Peter Kuper, Tania Del Rio and Paul Pope, moderated by Calvin Reid of Publishers Weekly and PW Comics Week. Some of the most well-regarded figures in comics discuss the sudden popularity of their genre, small and big press publishing, manga, and the growth of comics and graphic novels in the book market. 1:00 - The Politics of Culture: the Role of City Government in Local Culture What role does local government play in supporting and nurturing its writers and artists? Exploring this question and related issues will be civil liberties stalwart and Public Advocate candidate Norman Siegel; and Johnny Temple, publisher of Akashic Books and Chairman of the Brooklyn Literary Council. The discussion will be moderated by Brooklyn Rail editor Ted Hamm. Also at 1:00: Putting Your Passion into Print: Getting Your Book Published Successfully A workshop on how to become a successfully published author, with nuts and bolts advice from literary agent Arielle Eckstut and writer David Henry Sterry, co-authors of the recently published Putting Your Passion into Print. During their ninety-minute session, they will demystify the publishing process and cover all publishing bases, including: how to write a book proposal; how to approach a potential literary agent; royalty payments; book publicity and marketing; and how to find a publisher, large and small. 2:00 - The Left Is Right: The Rise of the Independent Media A panel with Bill Scher, Danny Schecter, Eric Alterman, and Dan Simon, moderated by Dan Simon . A discussion of how indie media have grown in a corporate-dominated environment. 3:00 - D.O.A. Tomorrow: The Future of Crime Fiction Brooklyn literary kingpin Tim McLoughlin joins fellow hot-shot authors Maggie Estep and Jason Starr in a discussion about fresh currents in dark criminal fiction. Also at 3:00: Tips on How to Get a Literary Agent and Publisher Jeff Herman, a leading New York literary agent and author of the invaluable resource, and best-selling book, the Writer's Guide to Book Editors, Publishers and Literary Agents will provide advice on navigating the complex world of book publishing. During his workshop, he will provide expert guidance on such useful topics as how to pitch a book, prepare a winning query and proposal, negotiate a contract, and much more. 4:00 - An Interview with Luc Sante by Charlotte Abbott Charlotte Abbot, Book News Editor at Publishers Weekly, will interview writer Luc Sante, author of Low Life: Lures and Snares of Old New York, The Factory of Facts, and Evidence, among other books. He was the recipient of a Whiting Writer's Award in 1989, a Guggenheim Fellowship in 1992-93, and in 1997, a Literature Award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. 5:00 - Is Blogging Dead? Four of the freshest literary bloggers explore the evolving landscape of e-literary culture. Has blogging lost its sexy edge? Hear the perspectives of bloggers: Dennis Loy Johnson, Maud Newton, Ron Hogan, and Sarah Weinman. Sunday, December 4 12:00 - Small Press Author Readings 12:00- Sonia Cohen, Gigi Enterprises 12:15- Therold Prudent, American Book Publishing 12:30- Douglas R. Bergman, Warrior Books 12:45- Carla Thompson, August Press 1:00- Patrick Rosal, Persea Books 12:00 - Lost and FOUND - A FOUND Magazine Presentation With Jason Bitner and other staff from FOUND Magazine. The cult favorite FOUND Magazine began when a strange and humorous note was mistakenly left on the editor's windshield. The magazine is a collection of found objects from all over the country, each of which shed some kind of light on an otherwise unknown life. 1:00 - The U.S. in Iraq: A Discussion on Interventionism New York Times editor Barry Gewen will moderate an in-depth discussion on U.S. interventionism in general, and Iraq in particular, between The Nation magazine's Christian Parenti and Commentary magazine's Gary Rosen. 2:00 - Zines: Independent Publications in a Corporate Media World A panel with Ayun Halliday, Eleanor Whitney, Lauren Jade Martin, and moderated by Jenna Freedman. What exactly are zines, and how do you go about creating your own? Four local zinemakers describe their experiences creating zines, including content, design graphics, how to copy and distribute, and networking with other zinesters. Join us to learn more about these unique and important publications and the role they can play in building a vibrant independent publishing community. 3:00 - Open Mic with Reverend Jen and Friends Reverend Jen hosts an open mic event with with Moonshine Storey, Sarah Fisch, the O’Debra Twins, and Master Lee, regulars at the longest-running open mic in New York, who combine storytelling and comedy to produce some of the rarest art on the downtown scene. 4:00 - Captured: A Look at Lower East Side Film With Penny Arcade, Jeremiah Newton, and Amos Poe, Laki Vazakis, moderated by Clayton Patterson. A discussion of the origins and heyday of DIY and transgressive film from the Lower East Side, with the people who shaped it. The Small Press Center gratefully acknowledges the support of our sponsors: 
 The interview with Luc Sante is supported with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), a state agency. |