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Book Passage Mystery Conference 2023

Book Passage

The Book Passage Mystery Writers Conference is THE conference for those looking to up their mystery writing game. After 28 years, its reputation only continues to grow—because it covers everything you need, from story development and writing skills to finding an agent and publisher. Here’s what you’ll find at this intensive 3-day Conference: Experienced authors teach setting, dialogue, and character development. Editors, agents, and publishers coach […]

American Academy of Bookbinding: Gothic Wooden Board Binding Intensive class

American Academy of Bookbinding

Instructor: Anne Hillam   Investigate variations within 15th and 16th century Gothic wooden board bindings. Participants will interact with early historical structures as well as newly constructed models representing multiple variations. Aspects of this binding that will be covered are: double raised cords, worked endbands, shaped wooden boards, simple clasps, and covered in half alum-taw […]

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Efficient and Accessible InDesign Practices Most Designers Don’t Use

Zoom CA, United States

Most InDesign users—even designers who've been using it for 20 years—don't use the software to its potential. That means they unknowingly waste a lot of time doing things inefficiently. Understanding the features of InDesign and knowing how to do things properly will not only save you time but actually go a long way toward accessibility. […]

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An Introduction to AI for Writers with Matt Strain

Zoom CA, United States

This session delivers an accessible, actionable path to get started with AI (Artificial Intelligence). It’s designed for a non-technical audience who is curious about what AI means for your creative work.   Matt Strain recently left Adobe, where over the course of 17 years he led teams across marketing, strategy, new business, and research. He […]

Fundamentals of Full Leather Binding

American Academy of Bookbinding

American Academy of Bookbinders course with Don Glaister.   This core course focuses on traditional full-leather bookbinding techniques interpreted for the twenty-first century. Students will produce one or two laced-on, leather-covered board structures. In the process, they while becoming familiar with rounding and backing, and weaving headbands, leather paring, and so much more.

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How to Write a Sex Scene, with Eileen Rendahl and Tamsen Schultz

Zoom CA, United States

Eileen Rendahl is a national bestselling award-winning author and ghostwriter of mystery, thriller, urban fantasy, science fiction, and romance. She has also written as Kristi Abbott, Lillian Bell, and Eileen Carr. If you think you’re confused, imagine what it’s like inside her head. She has had many jobs and lived in many cities and feels unbelievably […]

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Glyphs and the Glyphs Panel: Unlocking Creative Possibilities in InDesign

Zoom CA, United States

In this presentation, Chris Cicchino will provide you with a thorough understanding of Glyphs and the Glyphs panel enabling you to enhance your workflow and leverage the full potential that Glyphs offer. You will learn how to utilize the Glyphs panel to: Access an extensive library of Glyphs: Learn how to navigate the Glyphs panel […]

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Small Matters Exhibition Design IN-PERSON Workshop

Letterform Archive 2325 Third St Floor 4R, San Francisco, CA, United States

with Tammie Knight Unleash your creativity by designing your own pop-up micro gallery at Letterform Archive!   This dynamic workshop provides participants an opportunity to explore the world of art curation and exhibition design on a small, intimate scale. Taking inspiration and using deaccessioned objects from Letterform Archive's collection, participants will curate and craft their […]

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What’s the Right Paper for Your Book Printing Job?

Zoom CA, United States

Choosing the best paper for your book is an often confusing and sometimes overwhelming process that carries big impacts: cosmetic, economic, environmental, and more. Recent changes in the paper market have impacted prices, formats, and schedules. Wondered why paper is so expensive? Or how to evaluate “sustainability” when choosing paper for your project? Which is […]

MORE IS BETTER: A Master Class in Artists’ Editions

American Academy of Bookbinding

American Academy of Bookbinders course with Instructors: Don Glaister & Peter Geraty   This two-week master class will concentrate on design, ingenuity, and collaboration in the planning and production of a single edition of unique books. Learn how to incorporate research on binding structures and material choices in the design, planning, and production of an […]

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BAIPA: What’s Happening in Indie Publishing with Andrea Fleck-Nesbit

Zoom CA, United States

Andrea Fleck-Nisbet is CEO of the Independent Book Publishers Association. Andrea has an extensive and diverse background in publishing, with 20+ years in this field. Before joining IBPA, she was the founding vice president and publisher at Harper Horizon, a new nonfiction imprint of HarperCollins, based out of Nashville, TN. Prior to that, she was […]

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Deep Dive: Copyright, Fair Use and AI with Kelley Way

Zoom CA, United States

Fair use is a well-known defense to a claim of copyright infringement – but what exactly is it? Will it prevent an irate copyright owner from suing you? And where does AI fit into this? This deep dive goes through what fair use is, and how fair use – along with several other strategies – […]