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Paths to Publishing — A Panel Discussion

Sat, Mar 21

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Yorktown Main Library

This panel presentation will explore the three primary paths to publishing: - Independent Publishing (formerly known as self-publishing or “Indy”) - Small Press Publishing - Traditional Publishing with the Big 5

Paths to Publishing — A Panel Discussion
Paths to Publishing — A Panel Discussion

Time & Location

Mar 21, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Yorktown Main Library, 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway

About the event

This panel presentation will explore the three primary paths to publishing:

  • Independent Publishing (formerly known as self-publishing or “Indy”)

  • Small Press Publishing

  • Traditional Publishing with the Big 5


Panelists will discuss the pros and cons of each approach, offering insight into creative control, financial considerations, distribution, timelines, and career goals. Whether you’re just beginning your writing journey or deciding on your next step, this discussion will provide valuable perspective.

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Chesapeake Bay Writers
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Founded in 1991, Chesapeake Bay Writers is a chapter of the Virginia Writers Club. CBW serves writers from the Middle Peninsula, the Northern Neck and Williamsburg and adjacent areas. 
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