Festival of Literary Arts: The Business of Writing Fundamentals: A Practical Overview of What All Authors Should Know

Festival of Literary Arts: The Business of Writing Fundamentals: A Practical Overview of What All Authors Should Know

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Festival of Literary Arts: The Business of Writing Fundamentals: A Practical Overview of What All Authors Should Know

Is writing a book more than an item to cross off your bucket list? If you are ready to commit to the endeavor, this panel discussion is designed for you. Experienced literary professionals reveal the business aspects of publishing and selling books. What does it take to working with freelancers and editors, select a book printer, and learn to market your work professionally? Come join experienced and award-wining authors. Jessica Tilles, Amy S. Hansen, Sandra Bowman, Austin S. Camacho, and Omar Tyree to hear these answers and more. Free Admission.

Admission: Free and Open to the Public

The Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council (PGAHC) will collaborate with Pen America, World Voices Festival, New York City to present the 2017 Festival of Literary Arts (FOLA). The FOLA Festival, scheduled for Wednesday, May 3 – Saturday, May 13, 2017, is a literary consortium that celebrates the intersection of authors, poets, screenwriters, visual artists, literary entrepreneurs with personal journeys, career paths, and dream building. We are excited to announce our Literary Artists in Residence this year will be Nancy Morejon, award-winning Cuban lead poet. Highlights also include a keynote opening networking reception followed by a series of panels and workshops for all ages.

Visit https://www.folafestival.org/ for the full schedule!

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Performance | 14th & V

America Connected: Runway of the World

America Connected: Runway of the World

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Monday Night Open Mic hosted by Roscoe Burnems

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Book Launch - Book Talk and Signing (Langston Room/Stage)

Book Launch - Book Talk and Signing (Langston Room/Stage)

May 26, 2026 5:30 pm

Author/Book Event | 14th & V

Tuesday Night Open Mic hosted by Glo Shines

May 26, 2026 8:00 pm

Tuesday Night Open Mic hosted by Glo Shines

Poetry Reading/Open Mic | 14th & V

Tuesday Night Open Mic hosted by Glo Shines

Tuesday Night Open Mic hosted by Glo Shines

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Poetry Reading/Open Mic | 14th & V