Aspiring Authors, My Self-Publishing Course is Now Available

Each Class is (90 minutes) Objective: Introduce participants to the self-publishing process, benefits, and key considerations.

Class 1 ⭐️ Febrauary 4, 2024

• (90 minutes) Objective: Introduce participants to the self-publishing process, benefits, and key considerations.
  1. Introduction to Self-Publishing
     • Definition and comparison with traditional publishing
     • Advantages: creative control, royalties, and speed to market
     • Challenges: upfront costs, marketing responsibilities
  2. Self-Publishing vs. Vanity Press
     • Understanding predatory practices
     • How to identify trustworthy platforms
  3. Types of Self-Published Books
     • Fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, workbooks, etc.
  4. Overview of the Process
     • Writing, editing, designing, publishing, and marketing
  5. Q&A Session
     • Address participant questions and concerns

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Class 2 ⭐️ Febrauary 11, 2024

(90 Minutes) Objective: Equip participants with the tools to prepare a polished manuscript.

1. Writing with Publishing in Mind
   • Identifying target audience and genre
   • Tips for staying consistent and avoiding writer’s block
2. Editing Essentials
   • Self-editing techniques
   • Hiring professional editors (developmental, copy, and line editing)
3. Formatting Basics
   • Tools for manuscript formatting (e.g., Canva, Word, InDesign)
   • Differences between ebook and print formatting
4. Creating a Professional Book Cover
   • Importance of cover design
   • Tips for working with designers or using DIY tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe)
5. Homework:
   • Begin outlining or revising a draft manuscript

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Class 3 ⭐️ Febrauary 18, 2024

(90 Minutes) Objective: Guide participants through selecting the right platform and publishing options.

1. Popular Publishing Platforms
   • Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, Draft2Digital
   • Pros and cons of each
2. ISBN and Copyright
   • Why you need an ISBN and how to get one
   • Copyright basics and protecting your work
3. Publishing Steps
   • Uploading your manuscript
   • Setting up metadata: title, keywords, categories
   • Pricing and royalty options
4. Distribution Channels
   • Print-on-demand vs. bulk printing
   • Ebook vs. paperback vs. hardcover
5. Homework:
   • Create accounts on a publishing platform of choice

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Class 4 ⭐️ Febrauary 25, 2024

(90 Minutes) Objective: Teach participants strategies to promote and sell their books effectively.

1. Building Your Author Brand
   • Creating a website or blog
   • Setting up social media accounts for your book
2. Pre-Launch Strategies
   • Generating buzz with cover reveals, pre-orders, and ARCs (advance reader copies)
   • Building an email list
3. Post-Launch Marketing
   • Leveraging social media, ads (Amazon, Facebook), and influencers
   • Using Goodreads and book reviews to boost visibility
4. Tracking Success
   • Understanding book sales reports and royalties
   • Adapting marketing strategies based on performance
5. Final Thoughts and Q&A
   • Recap of the entire process
   • Open forum for participant questions and feedback