THOMASTON — Maine Authors Publishing will host an introductory class, Welcome to Independent Publishing with Maine Authors Publishing, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3, at their office at 12 High St.

The free one-hour orientation session will guide Maine authors from a written manuscript to printed books and the services offered to support every author’s goals.

The class is taught the first Friday of every month by President Jane Karker.

Registration is required and space is limited. To register, call 207- 594-0091 or email christina@maineauthorspublishing.com. For more information, visit maineauthorspublishing.com.