# Event Details - **Event Name**: Beginner's Guide to Self-Publishing, an overview - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm - **Event Description**: In the ever changing landscape, authors need to ask and answer for themselves a few essential questions before deciding on the right path.About this EventThis Beginner’s Guide to Independent Publishing will walk you through the first steps of publishing and point you in the correct direction for your journey, steered by your motivations and goals for your desired outcomes. This class will outline possible publishing career choices as well as provide resources to keep you on track. Hand-outs will be provided and the class will include question and answer time to make sure you are confident walking out the door.This information session is for writers at all stages in their writing career - published (traditionally) self/hybrid published, or those who are just starting to think about it.About the instructor: Suzanne Baltsar has published over 20 books and started her career in publishing under a division of Simon & Schuster and now self-publishes under a pseudonym. She holds a MFA from DeSales University and is currently an adjunct professor there, teaching First Year Writing courses. With a background in film, fitness, education, and even selling wedding gowns, she is a jack of all trades, master of…some. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/allentown/beginners-guide-to-self-publishing-an-overview/100001991718967046 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, literary-art, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - door_time: 2026-07-25T19:50:00Z - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: The End: a bookstore - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 120, max: 120, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Allentown - **state**: PA - **country**: United States - **location**: The End: a bookstore - **lat**: 40.5985092 - **long**: -75.5260095 - **full address**: The End: a bookstore, 3055 Tilghman Street, Allentown, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Beginner's Guide to Self-Publishing, an overview - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/79b742f98a2ef7ca8f8cf4b9565d60be3f38218d5aa2899671f14b9d135ebb0a-rimg-w1163-h1082-dc000000-gmir.png?v=1781203276 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Beginner's Guide to Self-Publishing, an overview being held? - **A:** Beginner's Guide to Self-Publishing, an overview takes place on Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm at The End: a bookstore, 3055 Tilghman Street, Allentown, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Beginner's Guide to Self-Publishing, an overview? - **A:** Beginner's Guide to Self-Publishing, an overview is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Beginner's Guide to Self-Publishing, an overview? - **A:** Beginner's Guide to Self-Publishing, an overview is organized by Let's Play Books Bookstore. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Beginner's Guide to Self-Publishing, an overview is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Allentown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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