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Gaithersburg
Book Festival

May 17, 2025

10am – 6pm

Bohrer Park


The Write Path: Understanding Your Publishing Options

Date: May 17, 2025

Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Location:Adult / Teen Tent

Class Size: n/a

Audience: Adults & Teens

Description

Explore different publishing paths available today: traditional, hybrid and self-publishing. Emily Barrosse, founder and CEO of Bold Story Press, will share the key differences between these options and how to choose the one that is best for you as an author. If your manuscript is nearing completion, this session will provide you with the knowledge you need to make an informed decision about your publishing plan.

Emily Barrosse

Emily Barrosse

Emily Barrosse is the founder and CEO of Bold Story Press, a publishing company dedicated to amplifying the voices of women authors. With more than 35 years of experience in the publishing industry, Emily has built a proven track record in signing, developing, and publishing best-selling books. She honed her expertise while holding leadership roles, including vice president and editor in chief at McGraw-Hill, where she managed a $500 million digital and print publishing portfolio. Throughout her distinguished career, Emily recognized the significant barriers women authors face in traditional publishing. Today, she is passionate about empowering women to share their stories with the world through Bold Story Press. Outside of publishing, Emily is an enthusiastic dahlia grower and a student of bridge.