Aspiring Authors

'Calling All Aspiring Authors!

Is this the year you hope to write a book? Or maybe you've already started writing? If so, congratulations on putting pen to paper!

But what comes next? What do you do once you've finished your book? How do you even begin to go about getting your book onto the shelves of an Independent Bookshop? Come and join us to learn how to get your book onto our bookshelves.

In this 90 minute session you will get tips from our bookshop owner, Alexis, on how she selects authors and what you can do to increase your marketability. There will also be an opportunity to participate in a Q&A, where she will answer your questions and help guide you forward on your new writing adventure!

Date: Thursday 22 January 2026
Time: 3pm start
Cost: £15

Advance booking required.
The Sussex Bookshop, 28 South St, Chichester O19 1EL'