Story Center Publications
Publishing Consultation
Your book is ready to be published, now what? Schedule a meeting to learn about your publishing options or get your specific publishing questions answered.
To schedule, contact Publication Manager, Kyndall Tiller:
ktiller@mymcpl.org
(816)883-4774
Woodneath Press
The Woodneath Press serves the greater metropolitan area of Kansas City, Missouri, and publishes select scholarly, literary, and general interest books on many subjects and in various genres.
Publishing Resources
Find lists of publishing resources for local authors and certificate students.
Espresso Book Machine
Espresso Book Machine
Beginning in November 2013, the Espresso Book Machine (EBM) empowered hundreds of customers to share their stories by printing their original work. But technology has evolved and options for self-publishing have expanded. After much consideration, the Story Center retired the EBM in June 2025. We encourage customers interested in printing or publishing to reach out to Kyndall Tiller, Story Center Publication Manager.
Publishing Programming
Upcoming Publishing Programs
Upcoming Publishing Programs
The Story Center offers a variety of programs and presentations for authors and aspiring authors to explore the ins and outs of publishing.
Woodneath Press Author Panel: Heart of America
Monday, June 16 | 6:30 p.m.
Colbern Road Library Center
Publishing Options and Opportunities
Monday, June 23 | 6:00 p.m.
Platte City
Woodneath Press Book Launch: Community Voices VI (Hybrid)
Wednesday, June 25 | 6:30 p.m.
The Story Center
Create A Cookbook
Saturday, July 12 | 10:30 a.m.
Green Hills Library Center
Publishing Info Session: Audiobooks (Zoom)
Tuesday, July 15 | 6:30 p.m.
Zoom
Woodneath Press Author Panel: Heart of America
Thursday, July 17 | 6:30 p.m.
Smithville
Woodneath Press Author Panel: Heart of America
Thursday, August 14 | 6:30 p.m.
Green Hills Library Center
Publishing Info Session: Literary Agents (Zoom)
Tuesday, August 19 | 6:30 p.m.
Zoom
Basics of Book Cover Design (Zoom)
Thursday, August 28 | 6:30 p.m.
Zoom