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How to Break Into Self Publishing & See Your Book in Print!

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Self Publishing Coach

Bekah Brinkmeier

Join our resident author coach and prolific writer Bekah for this adventure into the world of Self Publishing. Bekah is a USA Today Bestselling author and ghostwriter of over 80 novels. She writes full time from her home in the Pacific Northwest. Bekah shares her expertise as an instructor at AutoCrit, regularly presents at author conferences and events, and offers personalized coaching to fellow writers.

Live session dates and times for the cohort are:
Session 1 - Thursday, January 8th, 3:00pm ET
Session 2 - Friday, January 16th, 3:00pm ET
Session 3 - Friday, January 23rd,  3:00pm ET
Session 4 - Friday, January 30th, 3:00pm ET

If you can't make it to a session, don't worry – recordings will be uploaded for you to enjoy at your own pace alongside the rest of the course!

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The Self Publishing Intro You've been waiting for

Stop Wishing and Start Doing.

Prepare yourself... We're unlocking the secrets of self publishing.

Recommended Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Ready to publish your book? Whether you're a first-time author or looking to refine your self-publishing journey, this course is your roadmap to success. Learn the essentials—from writing and editing to publishing and marketing—directly from a USA Today Bestselling author.

Gain hands-on strategies, insider tips, and expert guidance to bring your book to life and share it with the world. Start your self-publishing adventure today!

Self Publishing 101

Explore the Full Curriculum

 

In this foundation-setting introductory module, we’ll :

  • Provide an overview of self publishing, helping participants understand what it is, its benefits, and the challenges involved. 
  • Go over the differences between self publishing and traditional publishing, introduce popular self publishing platforms, and outline the key traits of successful self published authors. 
  • Participants will also gain insights into the time and effort required for self-publishing, debunking common myths and setting realistic expectations for their publishing journey.

  • Learn the essential steps of writing and preparing your manuscript for self-publishing. Participants will learn strategies for writing a marketable book, tips for identifying their target audience, and how to stay motivated throughout the writing process. 
  • This module also emphasizes the importance of editing and formatting, guiding authors on how to polish their manuscripts. 
  • We will also touch on the importance of an appealing book cover and blurb.  

  • Learn how to navigate the publishing process. We will cover the step-by-step process of uploading your manuscript to various self publishing platforms, such as Kindle Direct Publishing, Draft2Digital, and IngramSpark. 
  • Other topics include setting keywords and categories, pricing, understanding royalties and payment structures, and the importance of securing an ISBN and copyright for your book. 
  • We will also touch on print-on-demand services and audiobook publishing, offering participants the tools to successfully publish both digital and physical formats of their books.

  • This final module dives into the critical aspects of marketing and selling a self published book. Participants will learn how to build an author platform through social media, email marketing, and a personal website. 
  • The module includes discussion of popular strategies for pre-launch, launch, and post-launch marketing, along with practical tips on using Amazon’s tools and Goodreads. 
  • It emphasizes the importance of long-term growth by creating a sales funnel, building a loyal reader base, and exploring other income opportunities, such as merchandise or special editions. 
  •  Participants will leave with an understanding of how to create a marketing plan. 
context from real-world books & Authors

See How It's Done For Real

Alongside your course materials and worksheets, you'll also find extensive references to real self-published works and case studies.

See how the concepts, tips and techniques you'll explore throughout the course are implemented in the context of real-world books that readers are buying right now...

So you know exactly how and when to use them to make your own business decisions moving forward.

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Find Your Self Publishing Success

Learn The Secrets of Self Publishing

Publishing 101

4 complete modules of publishing how-to's, featuring video lessons, live classes and module assignments.

Creative Supplements

Access to supplements and examples for key learning.

Worksheets

Easy-to-follow worksheets, including our full Author Branding Exercise to help bring your unique author brand to life.

Writing Prompts

50 amazing writing prompts to fire up your imagination.

Class Discussions

Connect with like-minded authors and discuss course content.

Yours Forever

When you purchase a course or workshop you have access to the course materials forever, so you can come back whenever you need a refresher.

Writers Love Our Courses... And You Will Too

I really liked the examples of the concepts in well known novels. It helps with understanding the breakdowns. ​

Dwayne D.
Dwayne D.Author
Love the efficiency and value of the course. The offline work paired with the lessons, then reinforced by the live class, in addition to real-time instructor/student feedback.
Megan L.
Megan L.Author
Daniel is funny and his use of tech was extremely entertaining. The lessons were thorough and interesting. I feel like I learned a lot.
Aly B.
Aly B.Author
These courses are helping me build my confidence and skill as a writer. I love that I keep access to the materials after the class is finished.
Jared S.
Jared S.Author
Daryl M.​
Daryl M.​Author
The guest speakers alone are worth the price of admission. It’s like a writer’s convention in your home. Well worth the time, effort, and investment. ​
Joseph P.
Joseph P.Author
I’ve never felt so welcome and valued in a course before. Both teachers and students were so graceful towards one another from start to finish.​
M.R. Hartman
M.R. HartmanAuthor
Excellent quality, filled with recommendations, advice and content, as promised. There was a LOT more added into it than I was expecting to receive. What an eye opener this was for me!
Jared S.
Jared S.Author
These courses are helping me build my confidence and skill as a writer. I love that I keep access to the materials after the class is finished.
Megan L.
Megan L.Author
Love the efficiency and value of the course. The offline work paired with the lessons, then reinforced by the live class, in addition to real-time instructor/student feedback.
our promise to you

100% Money Back Guarantee

Self Publishing 101 is a deep, thoughtful, and jam-packed course with a complete look at publishing avenue
We think you'll love it.

But if you don’t believe that anything you’ve encountered throughout the course has helped you understand the world of self publishing better, never fear. Your purchase is an investment in your skills as a writer – so it’s only fair you expect an improvement in your abilities.

If you feel that hasn’t happened, just let us know within 60 days of purchase and we’ll be happy to offer you a full refund.

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