Celebrating the publication of a first book is an exciting milestone in an author’s life, but it’s not always clear how that process happens. Join us for an intimate discussion around a conference table about the ins and outs of publishing your debut! Writers Lauren Westerfield and Ally Ang will lead a casual conversation, telling the story of how their first works came to be and answering any questions you might have about this process. Lauren Westerfield’s first book, Depth Control, a collection of genre-bending essays, was published in 2025 by Unsolicited Press, and Lauren’s debut memoir Woman House was just published this spring. Ally Ang’s Let the Moon Wobble, an honor book for the 2026 Stonewall Book Award, was published by Alice James Books in 2025. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the path to publishing in both poetry and prose! 

Note that this event is free and open to the public, but capacity is limited (20) and attendees should arrive early to guarantee a seat.