One Big Book Launch – Volunteers Needed

Posted on May 10, 2015 in Uncategorized

One Big Book Launch are looking for 10 volunteers for an evening event on 3rd June 2015, at The Free Word Centre, Farringdon – from 6pm-8.30pm. One Big Book Launch aims to harness the power of collaboration to launch the books of 10 emerging authors (which you can find here) It’s a unique initiative with 200 readers, publishers and press expected to attend.

Volunteers will need to be on hand that evening to assist each of the ten authors. Duties involve:

– Taking money from book sales and look after the author’s float
– Organising queues for book signings at the author’s assigned table
– Manning the author’s table if they wish to move around the room, and alert them to any potential book sales
– Representing the author and their book when speaking to press and publishing professionals at the event
– Providing help and encouragement to the author when needed

This is particularly suited to anyone who is looking at working with authors in publicity, marketing and events. It’s also a great opportunity to meet writers and professionals across the industry at an innovative publishing event.

Volunteers must be:

– Trustworthy
– Able to handle money
– Friendly

Volunteers are also welcome to join guests at The Betsy Trotwood pub for drinks after.

Please email your interest to Sarah Juckes at sarah@completelynovel.com before 31st May.

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