With roughly 2.2 million new books published yearly (according to UNESCO), not counting backlist titles, how is an author’s book expected to gain attention? Noted as “one of the Top 40 North American publishing industry professionals to watch!” by Publishers Weekly, author, playwright, publisher, and founder of the Killer Nashville Writers’ Conference. Mr. Stafford is an internationally renowned influencer among literary circles and has sold nearly four million copies of his works…in over seventeen languages.

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, Clay Stafford will share the twelve techniques that propel any writer to the head of the pack and help them achieve their publishing dream.

The Northeast Georgia Literary Society, in partnership with the University of North Georgia, will sponsor an in-person seminar/workshop on “A Dozen Ways to Be A Bestseller”, featuring Clay Stafford. To be held Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10:00-1:00, at the Gainesville Campus.

Details on the exact location on campus will be available soon.