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Publishing Poetry in Northeast Ohio

Roundtable, Readings, and Book Fair

Special event for poets and poetry readers. #readwritepoetry

Join in a lively discussion with regionally and nationally known poetry publishers.

12:30-2:00 Roundtable

Representatives from Bottom Dog Press, Cleveland State University Press, Crisis Chronicles, Night Ballet Press, Poet’s Haven, and University of Akron Press will share their thoughts and insights about publishing poetry and answer questions from the audience. Moderated by Bonné de Blas, an MFA Candidate in the Northeastern Ohio Master of Fine Arts program at Kent State University. 

2:00-2:15 Break

Enjoy free refreshments while you browse the book fair, talk with local publishers, and check out their publications.

2:15-3:45 Readings

Several authors published by presses in today’s roundtable will read from their work. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

3:45-4:30 Book Fair

Browse the book fair, talk with local publishers, and check out their publications.

Celebrate National Poetry Month – see all of our #readwritepoetry events.