"I have this great idea for a book!"
These days, traditional publishing is not the only way to see yourself in print. This page is for those who want to self-publish or need general information on self-publishing.
Biblioboard
Publish Your Own E-Books for Free
Bilblioboard: Create or upload your own eBook, share with libraries so library patrons can read, and maybe even win a prize!
Biblioboard
Author and Publisher Submission Policy
Are you an author or publisher looking to have your book added to the library's collection? Here is the information you need.
Biblioboard
Biblioboard lets you create work, share it, and discover works by local authors.
Format & publish your book for free with Biblioboard!
Andrew Alden and Jenny Odell in Conversation
Kick off Oakland History Center Fall Event Series with authors Andrew Alden and Jenny Odell in conversation with moderator, Dorothy Lazard.
Clemente College Experience with Oakland Adult & Career Ed., part of a series
Dec 11th | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Take part in the award-winning nine-month seminar focused on Critical Thinking & Writing, US History, Literature, Philosophy, & Art History.
In Celebration of OPL Staff Authors
Many authors have worked at the Oakland Public Library. Read on to find out about OPL authors both recently-celebrated and long-forgotten.
Inspired Desert Island
The results are in! Teens readers agree about what they'd bring if stuck on a deserted island for a month.