Testimonials & Clips

Clips from 2014 CUNY Publishing Institute.

Bettina Schrewe / Literary Scouting: Bettina Schrewe / Literary Scouting

Literary scouter Bettina Schrewe talks about scouting foreign books and talent for publishing in the U.S.

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Kenneth N. Swezey / Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP: Kenneth N. Swezey / Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP

Kenneth N. Swezey talks about copyright legal battles in the era of the Internet, and how increasing collaboration is complicating defending all parties’ rights.

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Jane Friedman / Open Road Media CEO: Jane Friedman / Open Road Media CEO

Jane Friedman talks about the golden age of publishing, self-publishing and her m0del for making it work.

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Eric Banks / Book reviewer: Eric Banks / Book reviewer

Eric Banks talks about what it’s like to review books for a variety of publications, what types of topics he is interested in, and how the Internet is changing criticism.

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Elizabeth Scharlatt / Algonquin Books Publisher: Elizabeth Scharlatt / Algonquin Books Publisher

Elizabeth Scharlatt talks about Algonquin Book’s secrets for picking titles and their publishing model.

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“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.