From Manuscript to Momentum: Publishing & Visibility for Authors

From Manuscript to Momentum: Publishing & Visibility for Authors

By Newham Libraries

Join Ola Awonubi for practical strategies to amplify your voice, market your book, and build lasting visibility

Date and time

Location

Canning Town Library

18 Rathbone Market London E16 1EH United Kingdom

Agenda

1:00 PM - 1:10 PM

Welcome and introduction


Ola shares her journey from short stories to published novels, and how visibility shaped her career.

1:10 PM - 1:25 PM

Publishing Pathways & First-Time Author Strategies


Overview of traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing — with real examples from Ola’s own books and digital products. Includes tips for first-time authors navigating their debut.

1:25 PM - 1:40 PM

Marketing Before & After Publication Day


How to build buzz before launch, and sustain momentum after. Ola shares practical strategies from her own campaigns and launches.

1:40 PM - 1:55 PM

Creating Visibility for Yourself & Your Books


How to build authentic visibility using newsletters, social media, and community engagement. Ola shares insights from her Substack, Instagram, and digital product ecosystem.

1:55 PM - 2:00 PM

Marketing Opportunities & Legacy Building


How to leverage events, collaborations, and educational resources to amplify your voice and impact. Ola introduces her upcoming workbook on African & Caribbean contributions to WWI & WWII.

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Q&A


Attendees ask questions about publishing, visibility, and building a sustainable creative career. Ola offers practical, advice and links to free resources.

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Highlights

  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • ages 15+
  • In person

About this event

Hobbies • Books

Join award-winning author and bestselling author Ola Awonubi for a powerful session on how to publish with purpose and build visibility that lasts. Drawing from her own books, digital products, and legacy-driven projects, Ola will guide you through the publishing landscape and share practical strategies for amplifying your voice.

Whether you're writing fiction, memoir, or educational resources, this workshop will help you navigate your next steps with clarity and confidence.

You’ll learn:

  • How to market your book before and after publication day
  • Strategies for first-time authors to stand out
  • How to create visibility for yourself and your books
  • Ways to leverage marketing opportunities and build legacy impact
  • Real-life examples from Ola’s publishing journey

Follow @olaawonubi on Instagram for updates. Subscribe to The Resilient Writer on Substack for exclusive resources and inspiration.


About Ola

Ola Awonubi is an award-winning author of nine books, including Amazon bestsellers A Nurse’s Tale and The Marriage Monitoring Aunties Association (One More Chapter, HarperCollins). She writes relatable, emotionally rich stories that explore culture, faith, resilience, and relationships—giving voice to everyday people navigating love, legacy, and personal growth.

A sought-after speaker and workshop leader, Ola has delivered sessions at the Bloomsbury Festival, Hammersmith & City Writers Festival, Meet Cute Romance Festival, Black British Book Festival, Jericho Writers, and the University of East London. She is passionate about legacy-building, visibility, and equipping emerging writers to thrive in today’s publishing landscape.

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Newham Libraries

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Nov 15 · 1:00 PM GMT