
Publisher Surgeries
Fri 13 Nov · 12:45
The Pleasance Edinburgh
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Publisher Surgeries will take place at The Pleasance Edinburgh on 13 November 2026, offering poets the opportunity to book ten-minute one-on-one sessions with various publishers, including John McAuliffe and Edward Crossan. Participants can ask questions about the publishing process or seek advice on their manuscripts. Slots must be booked in advance, with a deadline for registration on 3 November.
Sign up for a ten-minute 1:1 with any of the following fantastic publishers: John McAuliffe from Carcanet, Edward Crossan from Birlinn, Ghazal Mosadeq of Pamenar Press, Lorna Callery-Sithole of Art Riot Press and Duncan Lockerbie of both Tapsalteerie and Stewed Rhubarb. To book a slot, complete this form before 3 November selecting your top three publishers to book a 1:1 with. We'll be in touch to confirm the times of your 1:1s by 6 November at the latest. Edward Crossan will be accepting pitches during his surgeries. Lorna Callery-Sithole invites you to come and ask the questions you?d be too embarrassed to ask a publisher! Poets can either bring one burning question/publishing dilemma or select from the following topics: 1. Rejected! Now What? (Understanding rejection.) 2. What makes a publisher say yes? (Insider knowledge.) 3. The Manuscript MOT (Is my manuscript ready?) 4. Show me the money! (Publishing finances are mysterious!) 5. Do I need an audience? (Modern publishing anxiety.) The other editors will be happy to offer individualised advice and guidance on whatever part of the submission and publishing process you're most keen to discuss.
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Frequently asked questions
Publisher Surgeries takes place on Friday, 13 November 2026 at 12:45.
Publisher Surgeries is held at The Pleasance Edinburgh in Edinburgh (60 Pleasance, Edinburgh South EH8 9TJ).
Entry to Publisher Surgeries is free.
The forecast for Publisher Surgeries is Partly cloudy · 6°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Pleasance Edinburgh can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Publisher Surgeries can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
Publisher Surgeries will take place at The Pleasance Edinburgh on 13 November 2026, offering poets the opportunity to book ten-minute one-on-one sessions with various publishers, including John McAuliffe and Edward Crossan. Participants can ask questions about the publishing process or seek advice on their manuscripts. Slots must be booked in advance, with a deadline for registration on 3 November.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Sign up for a ten-minute 1:1 with any of the following fantastic publishers: John McAuliffe from Carcanet, Edward Crossan from Birlinn, Ghazal Mosadeq of Pamenar Press, Lorna Callery-Sithole of Art Riot Press and Duncan Lockerbie of both Tapsalteerie and Stewed Rhubarb. To book a slot, complete this form before 3 November selecting your top three publishers to book a 1:1 with. We'll be in touch to confirm the times of your 1:1s by 6 November at the latest. Edward Crossan will be accepting pitches during his surgeries. Lorna Callery-Sithole invites you to come and ask the questions you?d be too embarrassed to ask a publisher! Poets can either bring one burning question/publishing dilemma or select from the following topics: 1. Rejected! Now What? (Understanding rejection.) 2. What makes a publisher say yes? (Insider knowledge.) 3. The Manuscript MOT (Is my manuscript ready?) 4. Show me the money! (Publishing finances are mysterious!) 5. Do I need an audience? (Modern publishing anxiety.) The other editors will be happy to offer individualised advice and guidance on whatever part of the submission and publishing process you're most keen to discuss.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Publisher Surgeries?
Publisher Surgeries takes place on Friday, 13 November 2026 at 12:45.
Where is Publisher Surgeries taking place?
Publisher Surgeries is held at The Pleasance Edinburgh in Edinburgh (60 Pleasance, Edinburgh South EH8 9TJ).
How much are tickets for Publisher Surgeries?
Entry to Publisher Surgeries is free.
What will the weather be like at Publisher Surgeries?
The forecast for Publisher Surgeries is Partly cloudy · 6°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Publisher Surgeries?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Pleasance Edinburgh can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Publisher Surgeries?
Tickets for Publisher Surgeries can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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