Exploring Self Publishing: A Local Authors Panel

Are you an aspiring author looking to take the plunge into or learn more about the world of self-publishing? Join us for an enlightening evening of insights, advice, and inspiration at our "Exploring Self-Publishing: A Local Authors Panel." Our panel of accomplished authors will share their personal journeys in self-publishing, from initial concept to holding their published book in hand. They'll discuss the advantages, challenges, and strategies that have led to their literary achievements. The conversation will be moderated by Ery Caswell, the Mystic & Noank Library's Adult Services Programming Librarian, with time allotted for Q&A. Authors will then sell and sign copies of their books. Light refreshments will be served for guests.

Come connect with fellow writers, aspiring authors, and local literary enthusiasts to build valuable connections within the local writing community.

Panelists

Regina Bartlett

Regina Bartlett is the author of the book Food, Sweat, & Fears about losing 250lbs with RNY Gastric Bypass and a lot of faith going on to live her dream of running the NYC Marathon. She was a featured speaker at TEDxNewport in March of 2018, sharing her moving talk: These (Jiggly) Arms -Self Value and Life-Saving Weight Loss to a sold-out crowd in Newport, Rhode Island. Regina brings her transformational message to corporations, associations, universities, high schools, and churches that want to inspire growth and change especially in the face of adversity or long-term stagnation. Learn more at https://reginabartlett.com/

Cynthia F. Davidson

Cynthia F. Davidson began offering memoir workshops in person and online after her 2019 book, The Importance of Paris, won an independent publishing IPPY award. A former CBS News journalist, long time expatriate, and global management development pioneer, she now writes and teaches full time from her Hope Valley, RI home. 
In 2021 she won a Life Writing award and is currently working on four more books. Active in local Rhode Island writing groups, she offers in person classes, and does content editing and book coaching one-on-one. Learn more at https://cynthiafdavidson.com/

Martin Fenlon

Martin J. Fenelon III, Sc.D. is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) who has successfully managed projects for more than 40 years across a variety of industries and is the author of both works of fiction and nonfiction. Research and academic experience from his MBA in Operations Management and Doctor of Science (Sc.D.) in Management Systems provides the structure, systems, and training aspects of his practical approach to management. His first book on Project Management, There's A New Sheriff in Town, was published in November 2022. He has also published the first book of fiction, Fallen Aces, in his mystery/thriller series The Barnstorming Detective in October 2023, as his authorial persona M.J. Finn.