Tony Wales

Tony Wales is an international publishing trainer and consultant based in the United Kingdom.  He has more than 40 years’ experience in publishing leadership and development. Tony joined the staff of Lion Publishing in 1973, thereafter serving more than 35 years in executive leadership as International Director.  Prior to this, he worked for two general publishers in London including Thames and Hudson and Inter Varsity Press, where he was Production Manager. Currently, he is a Board member and network trainer of Media Associates International (MAI). Since retiring from Lion Hudson in 2008, he has served as an MAI trainer in Europe, Africa, Asia and the Arab world. Tony is ordained in the International Presbyterian Church and holds a Diploma in Art and Design from Camberwell School of Art in London.  He and his wife of 38 years, Sue, now live near Oxford and are involved in their local Anglican church, where he serves as lay preacher.

2011 Forum Sessions

Luncheon Workshops

How to Get Published: Some Guidelines for the Perplexed

The digital revolution of the past 20 years has hugely increased the opportunity for writers to be published in a variety of formats and media. Far from being the end of the book, the number of books published has massively increased and is now being given wider readership than ever through electronic as well as traditional paper formats. The purpose of this workshop is to encourage and give practical help to those contemplating writing for publication and renew the focus of those who have already made a start. It will help you clarify the readership you are targeting. It will also provide a number of helpful disciplines and methods that will enable you to develop your writing. It will offer guidelines on finding and working with a publisher.  Finally, it will reflect upon Biblical encouragements (and warnings) for all who hope to be effective writers.

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