Want to take your books beyond the U.S. and into global markets—but not sure where to start?
In this episode, Gryphon Publishing Consulting Owner Mary Jo Courchesne breaks down the entire process of selling international rights, so independent publishers can turn their books into opportunities around the world.
You’ll learn:
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how to determine whether your title is a good fit for international markets
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how to research genre trends in other countries
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how to connect with international publishers
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how major rights marketplaces like the Frankfurt Book Fair, London Book Fair, and more help publishers land deals
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and so much more!
If you want to expand your book’s reach—and revenue—beyond your home market, this conversation gives you a clear, practical roadmap for getting your books into readers’ hands across the globe.
Mary Jo (“MJ”) Courchesne is the founder of Gryphon Publishing Consulting, a permissions and licensing company serving independent publishers. She currently serves on the board of directors for the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), is a member of the Rights Committee of the Book Industry Study Group (BISG), the American Book Producers Association, and the Copyright Alliance. She also serves as secretary on the board of directors for The Big Easy in Buffalo. She resides in Buffalo, NY.