BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//360exp//Calendar//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:360exp REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/London BEGIN:VEVENT UID:a3fa8d35-9683-412b-bc9a-4bed5faba534@360exp.net SEQUENCE:29842511 DTSTAMP:20260928T171725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T231116Z DTSTART:20261010T110000Z DTEND:20261010T130000Z SUMMARY:Local Author Networking Event & Publishing Panel LOCATION:Stoke Minster DESCRIPTION:Are you an author or writer based in North Staffordshire? The S toke Book Festival is hosting an event where you can meet fellow local wri ters\, publishers and published authors. Join us for refreshments and conv ersation to support your writing journey. Round off the Author Networking Event with an interactive panel featuring a line-up of experienced publish ers from across the industry. Whether you're taking your first steps as a writer\, preparing to submit a manuscript\, or looking to better understan d today's publishing landscape\, this is your opportunity to ask questions and gain practical advice from those who know the industry best. Publishi ng Panel Fiona Wilkinson and Tom Chalmers – Legend Times Legend Times is a collection of publishing companies encompassing both fiction and non-fi ction\, a self-publishing service and an academic publisher. Their mission is to give voice to untold stories and deliver new perspectives to reader s. Mel Sherratt – Author Mel is a Stoke-on-Trent based bestselling autho r of gritty crime procedurals\, dark stories with an emotional punch. Mel also writes women’s fiction under the pen name Marcie Steele. Mel has na vigated both the self-published and traditional publishing worlds througho ut her writing career and has a wealth of knowledge to share. Matt Bucking ham – Muddy Publishing Matt is a bestselling author and illustrator\, le cturer and workshop leader. Matt is also the owner of Middleport-based ind ependent publisher and retailer of children’s books\, Muddy Publishing. Dale Headington - Proprietor of Clock Tower Bookshop and author Dale owns and runs Clock Tower Books in Hay-on-Wye\, the world's most famous book to wn\, where he frequently hosts literary events. Besides being a bookseller \, Dale is an historian\, writer and researcher who has worked extensively with many bestselling and award-winning authors over the years. What to E xpect 60-minute networking event with refreshments 60-minute Q&A panel wit h publishers About the Venue Stoke Minster is located on Glebe Street\, ST 4 1LP Wheelchair Access : The main ground floor is fully accessible via ra mps. Note that specific historical areas like the Peace Chapel and belfry require using stairs. Toilets : An accessible toilet and general toilets a re available onsite. Parking : A car park is located directly opposite the building on Kingsway (ST4 1JB). Additional Support: Assistance dogs are w elcome. Public transport links : The bus stop on Glebe Street is served by Routes 24 (D&G)\, 23 & 40A (First Potteries). The nearest Railway Station is Stoke-on-Trent Railway a 7 minute walk. Arrival time : Doors open 30 m inutes before the event About Stoke Book Festival Join us for a week of in spiring author talks\, creative workshops\, performances and community eve nts\, bringing readers and writers together from across Stoke-on-Trent and beyond. Stoke-on-Trent is a city built on creativity\, craftsmanship and community. This October\, we’re bringing those qualities together for th e Stoke Book Festival. We break down barriers to participation\, champion books\, inspire creativity and create opportunities for residents and visi tors to connect with literature\, learning and culture. By bringing togeth er national and local talent\, schools\, libraries\, businesses and commun ities\, our goal is to improve engagement with reading and support youth l iteracy development in Stoke-on-Trent. To discover more visit: www.StokeBo okFestival.co.uk Good to Know Please arrive 15–20 minutes before the eve nt Late entry may not be possible once the event has started Tickets are n on-refundable except in the event of cancellation by the festival Photogra phy may be taken during the festival Books can be purchased on the day (su bject to availability)\n\nBoletos: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/c16hfmzx/loca l-author-networking-event-publishing-panel URL;VALUE=URI:https://360exp.net/events/a3fa8d35-9683-412b-bc9a-4bed5faba53 4 STATUS:CONFIRMED END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR