Pitch Perfect
As all authors know, it's hard to break into the publishing game.
It's not over once you've completed your best-selling manuscript. You need to research, write dozens of query letters, synopses, send them off and then wait for an email, which doesn't arrive half the time. Bookings have now opened for single and extra pitch sessions with publishers and agent! You can book a maximum of two pitch sessions. Don’t delay—spots are limited and will go fast! Pitch sessions will be held on Friday October 28 and Saturday October 29. Each pitcher will have strictly 10 minutes to pitch. Pitch sessions are private, and one-on-one. |
Stuff you need to know...
When: 15, 22, 28/29 October
Where: Armidale Single spot: $120 for members, $135 for non-members Extra Spot: $85 Full Package extra, $95 NEWC member extra (who haven't booked the full package), $110 non-member, non full package Preparation workshop: $100 members, $120 non-member, $80 youth (under 18) Panel session: $45 members, $55 non-members, $25 youth Important: after booking you must notify the Pitch Perfect co-ordinators what you are planning to pitch, including whether it’s for children, young adults or for adults, so that we can match you with the perfect publisher/agent fit. To do this, contact the co-ordinators at newcpartners@gmail.com. |
The Full Package — Bookings now closed
Saturday 15 October:
10:30—3:30 Lunch included.
A full day of three mini-workshops presented by local literary professionals, covering several aspects of preparing yourself, and your work, to best advantage before your pitch.
Workshop 1: Editing
Is your manuscript in the best shape it could be? Experienced editor Beattie 'Chopper' Alvarez takes you through some common challenges.
Workshop 2: Synopses, outlines and query letters
Popular author Bronwyn Parry explains how to craft the best ‘hooks’
Workshop 3: Preparing to pitch
Well-known author Sophie Masson will take you through the logistics and do’s and don’ts of pitching to prepare you for your big day.
10:30—3:30 Lunch included.
A full day of three mini-workshops presented by local literary professionals, covering several aspects of preparing yourself, and your work, to best advantage before your pitch.
Workshop 1: Editing
Is your manuscript in the best shape it could be? Experienced editor Beattie 'Chopper' Alvarez takes you through some common challenges.
Workshop 2: Synopses, outlines and query letters
Popular author Bronwyn Parry explains how to craft the best ‘hooks’
Workshop 3: Preparing to pitch
Well-known author Sophie Masson will take you through the logistics and do’s and don’ts of pitching to prepare you for your big day.
Saturday October 22:
10:30—12:30
A panel of established local authors will share their experiences of successful pitching, with Q and A included. The panel will feature Ian Irvine, Helena Pastor, Bronwyn Parry, and Fiona McDonald. Chaired by Peter Creamer. A wonderful opportunity to ask authors from a wide range of genres what has worked for them and what hasn’t.
Friday 28 — Saturday 29 October:
Pitch Perfect participants will be able to pitch their work directly in private 10 minute sessions with at least one of five major visiting publishing professionals, including four publishers and an agent.
For the pitches, preference will be given those who have bought the full 3-week package.
10:30—12:30
A panel of established local authors will share their experiences of successful pitching, with Q and A included. The panel will feature Ian Irvine, Helena Pastor, Bronwyn Parry, and Fiona McDonald. Chaired by Peter Creamer. A wonderful opportunity to ask authors from a wide range of genres what has worked for them and what hasn’t.
Friday 28 — Saturday 29 October:
Pitch Perfect participants will be able to pitch their work directly in private 10 minute sessions with at least one of five major visiting publishing professionals, including four publishers and an agent.
For the pitches, preference will be given those who have bought the full 3-week package.