If you’re an agent representing (or starting to represent) graphic novels - this is a mixer for you! Come mix with other agents who know the comic/GN world to trade tips and tricks, discuss the challenges of the format, and celebrate in each others’ successes. The moderators will offer a fun ice-breaker and conversation starters […]
The Board of Directors of the AALA is pleased to to host the first Town Hall of the New Year. All members are encouraged to attend. You must register to attend this event.
Everything publishers and agents wish their authors knew about marketing. Topics will include discoverability, how to game the Amazon search, SEO, ad-buying, optimizing socials, etc. Panelists: Ashley Coleman Literary Agent Europa Content Andrea DeWerd Book Marketing Strategist & Publishing Consultant. Author. Speaker. Founder, the future of agency. Co-Founder, MADonna Writing Retreats Allyssa Fortunato Publicity Director Fortier Public Relations […]
For anyone who works at an agency in a support role (ie, assistants, in subsidiary rights etc.)
You’re invited to an Authors Guild discussion with agents from the Association of American Literary Agents (AALA) on the key aspects that authors should understand about negotiating book deals. What should authors know about the process, and how can agents help with negotiating a better deal? The panel will discuss the importance of the deal […]
Join us in meeting the audio industry’s leading voices. The panelists will discuss topics like audio originals, podcasting, market growth, emerging formats and innovations (enhanced audio, AI in narration), and more. This panel will kickstart a "Meet the Audio Publishers" series in which we give audio publishers an opportunity to introduce editors and key team […]
LEARN • NETWORK • ELEVATE YOUR CAREER Get ready for an unforgettable event! The U.S. Book Show is back and this year AALA is partnering with PW to feature ten thought-provoking panels with 35 of the biggest names in publishing on May 23rd at NYU's Kimmel Center. Topics will span copyright to audiobooks, bestsellers to burnout, […]
Join us for our inaugural annual report presentation! Members not attending the rest of the U.S. Book Show are welcome to join us either in person or via Zoom for this important update on our progress over the past year. For those who will only be attending the annual meeting (either in person or via […]