Week One: Prepare your manuscript (Editing)
Learn the exact steps you need to take to prepare your manuscript draft for the design process. Discover how much editing you can do on your own, how to find and work with professional editors and which kind of editing you actually need. Find the solution that works best for your goals AND your budget.
Week Two: Pick your platform
There are as many paths to publications as there are authors. How do you know which path is right for you? Explore the new evolutions in traditional, indie and hybrid publishing. We’ll talk about the pros and cons of various approaches and how you may utilize one or many methods of publishing to achieve your publishing goals.
Choose the best place to publish your book. Review platforms such as Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing and CreateSpace, BookBub, Smashwords, Lulu, Blurb, GooglePlay and B&N’s Nook.
If you have questions about ISBNs, ebook versus print, imprint and more, you’ll find your answers here.
Week Three: Build your book (Interior and cover design)
Test the tools available to build your book. You’ll be introduced to software and services created for a wide range of design abilities, including Scrivener, Vellum, InDesign and even Word.
You likely know that your book cover can make or break first impressions. Learn how to find high-quality graphics for your cover design, plus resources for finding brilliant designers for every budget level. Discover which common mistakes you can easily avoid to help your book stand out on the shelf.
Week Four: Book launch strategies
How do you give your book the best possible chance for success? In this class, we’ll go step-by-step through the tasks you need to do to launch your book and reach the greatest number of readers. We’ll discuss how reader reviews help your book achieve visibility and how to get them. To help you on your way, you’ll also receive an overview of marketing best practices and a wealth of resources to support your promotions.
Week Five: Book Marketing !!! LIMITED TIME BONUS !!!
Book marketing beyond the launch! These extra lessons reveal strategies for book promotions, building your author platform and PR and outreach.