Gather ye pet writers while ye may
Here’s something different.
For all of you who write about the furred, feathered and finned set, there’s a special conference being held for you this coming February. In the glorious Big Apple, you’ll be able to rub elbows with the elite from both the publishing world and the pet industry.
I think it’s a great idea. (on most days, I prefer critters to humans)
cameo appearance by darlin' Mochi
Personally, I love pushing pet books. I get to work with some pretty talented folks like Gina Spadafori, Dr. Marty Becker, Darlene Arden, Allia Zobel Nolan, Carla Genender, Patty Lawson and now, conference organizer and pet expert, Charlotte Reed.
Just like any other part of publishing, for pet writers, it’s a jungle out there. (I know, I know…)
So, why not take tips from the likes of Dick Donahue from Publishers Weekly or Susan Canavan from Houghton Miflin Harcourt? See how to work with an literary agent with Beth Adelman.
It’s the first The Business of Pet Writing Conference on February 7, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Radisson Martinique on Broadway 49 West 32nd Street in New York City.
It really sounds grand.
All this during the same week as the Westminster Kennel Club show. You know, the Olympics of dog showing. (Can we ever forget the movie, Best in Show, chortle, chortle) I’ve never been but have drooled over many a pedigree pup on tv. (And, have been amused by many a dog handler in her calf length skirt and flat shoes running around in a circle)
Rumor has it that one of the hosts of the esteemed show will be stopping by.
So, if you’re interested in learning about: Pet Book Selling and Publishing; Negotiations and Book Contracts; Tips for Having a Succesful Working Relationship with an Editor, How to Find the Right Literary Agent for You and Your Book; or, Writing Book Proposals, you may want to hot tail it to Manhattan (in my book, the center of the universe).
For more information, email: info@petwritingconference.com or call: 212-631-3648
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I prefer animals to many people, too! Especially that cute dog in your pictures!!
Hey Kim,
I see my beautiful macaw, Sha Nay, has made your blog. She is a beauty isn’t she? She’s been wanting more attention lately even with all the customers who stream through her room at The Crystal Garden! Sha Nay just turned 17 years old this August. My teenage girl!
Margaret