From Submission to Shelf: A Journey through the Acquisitions Process at an Independent Publisher with Adam Blackman

Jun 14, 2025

Online event

Join Adam Blackman, Editor at Cardinal Rule Press for his presentation: From Submission to Shelf: A Journey through the Acquisitions Process at an Independent Publisher. Jumping out of the slush! R&R for the win! Making it to the short list! A deep-dive into acquisitions process using examples from Cardinal Rule Press's recent list.

Submission to Shelf: A Journey through the Acquisitions Process at an Independent Publisher

Event Location: Virtual/Zoom,

Event Date: June 14, 1 pm EST.

Cost:

$20 member

$40 non-member

Join Adam Blackman, Editor at Cardinal Rule Press for his presentation:

From Submission to Shelf: A Journey through the Acquisitions Process at an Independent Publisher.

Jumping out of the slush! R&R for the win! Making it to the short list! A deep-dive into acquisitions process using examples from Cardinal Rule Press's recent list.

This is a 45-minute virtual presentation, followed by a 15-minute question and answer session.

The Zoom event will be recorded, and attendees will have 30 days to review the session. The recording will not be copied or shared on social media.

Submission opportunities will be available for registered participants.

Bio:

As Acquisitions Editor at Cardinal Rule Press, I have built a diverse list of award-winning, realistic, representative picture books for socially thoughtful children.

​​​​​As Consulting Editor at The Little Press, I develop middle grade manuscripts for a growing list.

As a a Freelance Editor, I offer manuscript critiques and developmental editing for books for younger readers, specializing in picture books, chapter books, and middle grade.