Founded in 2003 by Bud Parr, Sonnet Media is a digital consultancy “dedicated to promoting culture by partnering with arts and culture organizations as well as individuals to grow and enhance the experience of their audience using online tools.” Over the past decade he’s worked on projects with HarperCollins, Knopf, New Directions, Other Press, Bellevue Literary Press, New Vessel Press, as well as many authors and cultural or human rights organizations.
“The CUNY Publishing Institute is an amazing opportunity for those who are serious about making a difference in publishing to learn from some of the most innovative, savvy, and engaging entrepreneurs in the business. Plus, you’ll make valuable connections that pay dividends for a long, long time.” – Ross Ufberg, cofounder, New Vessel Press
“John Oakes corrals the best and brightest from the New York publishing scene to provide a terrific crash course in book business basics. I learned a tremendous amount in just one week.” – Michael Z. Wise, cofounder, New Vessel Press.
“I was steeped in grim predictions about the future of publishing and journalism, and the CUNY Publishing Institute — with its remarkable assortment of speakers, and John Oakes’ infectious enthusiasm — lifted me out of that despair. The Institute offers a different take on the future, and restores your faith in this valuable work and the people who are doing it.” – Joyce Hinnefeld, author of In Hovering Flight and Stranger Here Below.
“A great experience: the world of publishing in a nutshell.”
– Alexander M. Dake, Publisher, Cosimo Books.