8:30 – 10:00 | Exhibit Opens/Breakfast / Photography with Authors

10:00 – 10:15 AM ET | Opening Words
We are thrilled to have Rebeca Segebre, President of Editorial Güipil and award-winning best-selling author, as our keynote speaker to kick off the Guipil Festival. Join us as Rebeca opens the conference with a discussion of her latest book, You were born to write it/Tu Naciste para escribirlo (Güipil Publishing House).

In this powerful 3-part book, Rebeca shares her insights and expertise on owning the writing and marketing of your story in a book. Drawing from her own experiences as a successful author and publisher, Rebeca offers practical guidance and inspiration for writers of all levels.

During this opening keynote session, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with Rebeca and learn from her wealth of knowledge and expertise in the writing and publishing industry. Whether you are a seasoned author, an aspiring writer, or a publishing professional, this session is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical tips for owning your writing and marketing your book.

Don’t miss this chance to kick off the Guipil Festival with one of the industry’s foremost experts and enhance your writing and publishing skills and knowledge.

10:15 – 11:00 AM ET | Specialized Personal Development Training
We are excited to offer a specialized personal development training session as part of the Guipil Festival, focused on the power of writing to work through trauma. Our speaker friend, Doctorate Candidate Santiago Reales, will lead the session, sharing his insights on how writing techniques can be used to heal from trauma.

During this session, we will explore the ways in which writing can serve as a therapeutic tool for those who have experienced trauma.

In addition to discussing the trauma and its impact on personal development, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and practical exercises, as well as receive guidance and feedback from Santiago.

Whether you are a survivor of trauma, a writer seeking to explore personal growth through writing, or simply interested in personal development, this specialized training session is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical tools. Don’t miss this chance to learn from an expert in the field and enhance your personal and professional growth.

11:00 – 11:59 AM ET | Specialized Marketing Training
Join us for a specialized marketing training session as part of the Güipil Festival, where we will explore the intricacies of marketing in the book industry. Our distinguished speaker, Lee Thompson, President of the Board of Advisors for Editorial Güipil and a 30-year veteran in roles as CMO for the biggest publishing company in the world, will share his expertise and insights on the various aspects of marketing in the book industry.

During this session, we will delve into the ways in which authors can and should participate in marketing their books, especially those that provoke positive change. Lee will share his wealth of knowledge and experience, providing attendees with valuable tips, strategies, and best practices for effective marketing in the book industry.

Whether you are an aspiring author, an established writer, or a publishing professional, this specialized marketing training session is an excellent opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the book industry’s marketing landscape and how you can leverage it for success. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the industry’s foremost experts and enhance your marketing skills and knowledge.