The Ohio University Press invites graduate students, faculty, and first-time authors to a free informational session on scholarly publishing on Thursday, November 3, from noon to 1 p.m. in Alden 319. Staff members will meet attendees in a casual setting to talk about university presses and how they work.

Registration is not required, but space is limited.

Director Beth Pratt, editor in chief Ricky Huard, and managing editor Tyler Balli will talk through the process of moving your project from initial proposal to finished book.

Topics will include:

• how to develop a thesis or dissertation into a book manuscript,
• how to find the best press for you,
• how to approach an acquiring editor and present your proposal,
• how to handle permissions, and
• how to work with editorial and production departments.

The presentation will include handouts and suggested readings, and a question-and-answer period will follow, time permitting.