https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/en-USTelligent Community 10https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/book-proposals/8153/proposal-packages-the-secret-weapon-to-ignite-a-bidding-warTue, 23 Sep 2025 20:17:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:f8ff8d7b-81dd-4a80-a7be-50a6adabb0daDerek Taylor KentWhile many just write query letters, there's a whole other option that very few know about called the proposal package. Learn how Derek created a proposal package that got his book into a bidding war between Penguin, Random House, and Holt/Macmillan for a book he literally wrote the week before. Many have heard of them, but few take the time to actually create them, and that could be your ticket to getting the book deal of your dreams. Learn the step-by-step method of creating a proposal package that will make you stand out in the crowd. Here are the handouts referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Kent_5F00_Proposal-Packages_5F00_ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../EL-PERRO-IN-SOMBRERO-proposal_5F00_DTK.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../LQ-Hysterical-Rhymes-Proposal-Package_5F00_DTK.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Non_2D00_Fiction-Book-Proposal-Template_5F00_Hyatt.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../ProposalPackagesTheSecretWeapontoIgniteaBiddingWar25.mp4 About the Presenter: Derek Taylor Kent is the author of 19 books encompassing a wide variety of audiences and genres. He has also produced 15 audiobooks to date and has written 6 screenplays. Along with being an instructor for the ALC, he teaches at the Writing Pad in Los Angeles and is a freelance story editor. Derek received a 3-book deal from HarperCollins for his middle-grade book series Scary School , and his Mystery/Thriller book Kubrick’s Game was #1 on Amazon three times and was optioned by Bobby Cohen Films. His middle-grade novel My Homework Ate My Dog! was awarded Best Middle-Grade Fiction Book of 2020 by Kops-Featherling Book Awards, and there was a bidding war for his picture book El Perro con Sombrero , which was published by Holt/Macmillan. In addition, Derek Founded Whimsical World children’s publishing brand with wife, children’s author and ALC speaker Sheri Fink, with a mission to inspire, delight, and educate children of all ages while planting seeds of self-esteem and high achievement. Discover more at www.DerekTaylorKent.com and www.WhimsicalWorldBooks.com .fictionNonfictionSubscriberRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/submission-process/8350/secrets-of-getting-traditionally-publishedThu, 10 Apr 2025 13:26:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:9c015d04-4b44-48f0-88f5-0051c8600476Jeanne Lyet GassmanNONFICTION AUTHORS: You love to do research & have great ideas for nonfiction articles, but how do you get them traditionally published? You have written personal essays about your life. Is there a market for stories like these? What about a nonfiction book where you have expertise? Do you need an agent? Your life experience is fascinating & unusual, & you've written a memoir. How do you find a traditional publisher for your memoir? Award-winning author Jeanne Lyet Gassman will address the many paths to traditional publication for nonfiction, including short articles, essays, nonfiction books, & memoirs. FICTION AUTHORS: You've written that short story or novel, but what do you do with it now? How do you find traditional markets for your short fiction? Do you need an agent for your novel? Jeanne will share the process of publishing your novel with a traditional publisher, including finding reputable agents, writing query letters, & preparing a synopsis. She will also address publishing short fiction, including formatting, writer's guidelines, markets, & submission procedures. Here are the handouts referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../4527.Nonfiction-Market-Resources_5F00_ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../1212.Short-Fiction-Market-Resources_5F00_ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../4237.Formatting-Manuscript_5F00_ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../0131.Agent-Databases_5F00_ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../5140.Nonfiction-Query-and-Proposal_5F00_ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../SecretsofGettingTraditionallyPublished2025.mp4 About the Presenter: Jeanne Lyet Gassman lives in the mountains of New Mexico where she writes & teaches. Her debut novel, "Blood of a Stone" (Tuscany Press), received a Bronze 2015 Independent Publisher Book Award. Her short work has been nominated for Best Small Fictions and the Pushcart Prize. Other awards include fellowships from Ragdale and the Arizona Commission on the Arts. Her short fiction, creative nonfiction, & poetry have been published in numerous literary magazines and anthologies, including "45 Poems of Protest: The Pandemic", "Bosque7", "Dear America: Reflections on Race", "Debris & Detritus: The Lesser Greek Gods Running Amok", "The Manifest-Station", "Queen Mob's Tea House", & "Hippocampus Magazine", among many others. Jeanne recently received a New Mexico Writers Grant for her novel-in-progress, a story about a family of downwinders who were affected by the radioactive fallout from the atomic bomb tests in Nevada.fictionNonfictionSubscriberRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/submission-process/8417/what-morgan-james-publishing-looks-for-when-deciding-which-authors-to-work-withFri, 06 Dec 2024 19:38:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:3187f2a9-4595-4f04-837d-6b6b1cae7421David HancockMorgan James Publishing works with a variety of author clients and genres including nonfiction, fiction, and faith. Founder and bestselling author David Hancock says their process for vetting author submissions may be a little different from other publishing houses. What works well for them is the 80/20 rule: 80% of their decision is based on who the author is, their purpose or why behind the book, and what they are doing that connects the writing to something more. He believes it's much easier to sell a book when the author is living the message and serving an audience. The remaining 20% of their decision is based on the quality of the book, and Hancock is not deterred by a book that might need some editing support. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../WhatMorganJamesPublishingLooksForWhenDecidingWhichAuthorstoWorkWith.mp4fictionNonfictionvideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/advantages-disadvantages/8412/david-hancock-on-morgan-james-publishing-and-the-innovative-entrepreneurial-publishing-modelFri, 06 Dec 2024 19:35:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:06cea820-0c4e-4133-bd44-acdca3ce2bb7David HancockDavid Hancock founded Morgan James Publishing over twenty years ago because of his own experiences and challenges with publishing. Early on in his writing career, he was able to secure a contract with a traditional publisher, but was discouraged by the lack of creative control and support received in the process. He was even limited on the number of author copies he could order for speaking engagements, and had to get his presentations approved by the publisher. Over time, he found that many authors had similar frustrations and challenges and he knew it could be better. He then tried self-publishing where he was able to control everything, but struggled to build his platform and widen his distribution. This prompted him to develop an outline of a publishing model that was more supportive of the author. Hancock's goal with creating Morgan James Publishing and The Innovative Entrepreneurial Publishing model is to help entrepreneurs that want to publish a quality book and maintain control. He teaches his clients to focus on their long-term business goals and to think two products ahead, while giving them the resources they need to be successful. Morgan James Publishing is recognized as one of the first hybrid publishers, and has gone on to win multiple awards for the books it has published. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../DavidHancockonMorganJamesPublishingandtheInnovativeEntrepreneurialPublishing.mp4fictionNonfictionvideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/submission-process/7991/query-like-a-pro---proven-strategies-to-land-an-agent-or-publisherFri, 06 Dec 2024 17:02:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:77a8f8f3-5d75-4633-a1ca-fc6deaa6b67aDerek Taylor KentQuerying is the crucial first step when seeking an agent or publisher, but amazingly is also something that very few authors do well. How do you make yours stand out from the hundreds they receive every day? Through years of trial and error and helping dozens of authors through the query process, bestselling author Derek Taylor Kent has developed unique and proven strategies that nobody else teaches, which typically leads to interest from multiple agents/publishers when there was none before. This crash course in querying will give viewers the edge they need to get noticed and taken seriously. Here are the handouts referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Query-Like-a-Pro_5F00_Kent_5F00_ALC-Handout-2024.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../1830.Sample-Query-Letters_5F00_Kent_5F00_ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../QueryLikeaProProvenStrategiestoLandanAgentorPublisher24.mp4 About the Presenter: Derek Taylor Kent is the author of 19 books encompassing a wide variety of audiences and genres. He has also produced 15 audiobooks to date and has written 6 screenplays. Along with being an instructor for the ALC, he teaches at the Writing Pad in Los Angeles and is a freelance story editor. Derek received a 3-book deal from HarperCollins for his middle-grade book series Scary School , and his Mystery/Thriller book Kubrick’s Game was #1 on Amazon three times and was optioned by Bobby Cohen Films. His Middle-Grade Novel My Homework Ate My Dog! was awarded Best Middle-Grade Fiction Book of 2020 by Kops-Featherling Book Awards, and there was a Bidding war for his picture book El Perro con Sombrero , which was published by Holt/Macmillan. In addition, Derek Founded Whimsical World children’s publishing brand with wife, children’s author and ALC speaker Sheri Fink, with a mission to inspire, delight, and educate children of all ages while planting seeds of self-esteem and high achievement. Discover more at www.DerekTaylorKent.com and www.WhimsicalWorldBooks.com .fictionNonfictionSubscriberRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/advantages-disadvantages/5386/on-traditional-and-indie-publishing-_2d00_-video?CommentId=8ed37150-d0f1-428d-8df5-ef444fada30eThu, 26 Sep 2024 17:43:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:8ed37150-d0f1-428d-8df5-ef444fada30eJennifer I needed to hear this. Thank you.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/agents/7293/how-to-get-a-literary-agent?CommentId=f90c2152-0327-4ada-b317-19b7d3bdb7e5Mon, 09 Sep 2024 15:03:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:f90c2152-0327-4ada-b317-19b7d3bdb7e5Author Learning CenterHello, It sounds like you are pursuing a supported self-publishing path with Xlibris. Therefore, a literary agent isn't necessary. Literary agents are typically required when pursuing a traditional publishing path. They pitch your book on your behalf to the traditional publishing houses, in exchange for a commission. You can learn more here: https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/7247/4-ways-to-publish-a-book-in-2024 https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/what-is-the-best-way-to-find-an-agent-to-represent-me-and-pitch-my-book-to-traditional-publishershttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/agents/7293/how-to-get-a-literary-agent?CommentId=08b47910-ed0c-4ade-9731-0582f3b125cdMon, 09 Sep 2024 14:16:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:08b47910-ed0c-4ade-9731-0582f3b125cdEarl Edmonds:Do I need a Literary Agent if I have a Publishing Consultant? Furthermore, I downloaded "Writing Your Best Query" By Amy Lenevon into my Poetry and Writing Resources. I believe I don't need a Literary Agent. My Publishing Consultant is Rae Dawson Of Xilibris.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/agents/7293/how-to-get-a-literary-agent?CommentId=1313af51-fc50-4cfb-95a3-0fe50a81e789Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:29:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:1313af51-fc50-4cfb-95a3-0fe50a81e789Author Learning CenterHello, Artificial intelligence is best used to brainstorm and research. When you use it to do any writing, it tends to be missing human elements and personal touches. Your query letter should reflect your writing voice and best writing - it's your first and sometimes only impression with literary agents. You can certainly use AI to help draft an initial query letter, but we suggest you use that as a starting point only, and then add your personal touches. Here are some resources you might find helpful: https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/submission-process/7991/query-like-a-pro---proven-strategies-to-land-an-agent-or-publisher https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-don-t-know-anyone-who-personally-believes-they-can-write-a-perfect-query-letter-can-you-give-some-guidance-with-examples-of-good-vs-bad https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/book-proposals/6410/writing-your-best-query-letterhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/agents/7293/how-to-get-a-literary-agent?CommentId=557618fc-26a2-4d8b-ad0e-c7d48af6fe99Sat, 07 Sep 2024 01:03:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:557618fc-26a2-4d8b-ad0e-c7d48af6fe99Earl Edmonds:What if I used Artificial Intelligence like Keeper Dating & Relationship Coach to help me write my Query, will the Literary Agent Accept it as I did with my headlines?https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/book-proposals/3478/the-elements-of-a-book-proposal---video?CommentId=fc06829e-f300-4f4c-86ce-0e4e74c5fc93Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:17:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:fc06829e-f300-4f4c-86ce-0e4e74c5fc93Elizabeth J PinderNever mind. I closed the window, went back to the original message, and was able to open it just fine.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/book-proposals/3478/the-elements-of-a-book-proposal---video?CommentId=62d716da-360f-4783-a3ab-132b2e1c3011Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:14:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:62d716da-360f-4783-a3ab-132b2e1c3011Elizabeth J PinderThis doesn't seem to want to play. It goes for several seconds and then spins its wheels, and there is no sound or movement. Can this be fixed?https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/advantages-disadvantages/6921/jo-furniss-on-the-process-for-having-her-book-published-with-lake-union-publishing?CommentId=07075944-b2c6-4db7-8d0a-7f5d7b975c8fMon, 19 Aug 2024 01:06:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:07075944-b2c6-4db7-8d0a-7f5d7b975c8fKirhonda WilliamsThat's a wonderful journey. Congratulations Jo and editing is daunting but very worth it. This gives me hope in gaining an agent and a book deal one day.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/submission-process/7991/query-like-a-pro---proven-strategies-to-land-an-agent-or-publisher?CommentId=4717a347-cf2c-444a-bf42-e6c5a458aeffThu, 06 Jun 2024 17:28:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:4717a347-cf2c-444a-bf42-e6c5a458aeffEarl EdmondsI've queried before and looking for ways to improve. Furthermore, Rae Dawson is my publishing consultant.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/advantages-disadvantages/8329/the-role-of-an-associate-publisher-and-why-publishers-like-transformative-storytelling?CommentId=78859c02-fe60-4690-9e37-7b783fc1ea51Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:05:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:78859c02-fe60-4690-9e37-7b783fc1ea51Author Learning CenterHello, W Publishing Group is a traditional publisher that requires agent representation to submit your work for consideration. You can learn more about finding a literary agent and the query/submission process here: https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/submission-process/7688/crafting-the-perfect-query-letter You can learn more about all of your publishing options here: https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/7247/4-ways-to-publish-a-book-in-2024https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/advantages-disadvantages/8329/the-role-of-an-associate-publisher-and-why-publishers-like-transformative-storytelling?CommentId=c3dc9b13-8803-4e1f-9aca-7e5a96f1a3abMon, 03 Jun 2024 15:56:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:c3dc9b13-8803-4e1f-9aca-7e5a96f1a3abCharles GoldsteinYour just the sort of help I need Stephanie Newton. How do I get in touch? charlesg41@zohomail.com maybe you can comtacy me>https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/advantages-disadvantages/6203/the-differences-between-independent-and-traditional-publishing---video?CommentId=0c1c3575-12f5-4e7c-aa41-94e2f3fd5382Mon, 29 Apr 2024 11:50:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:0c1c3575-12f5-4e7c-aa41-94e2f3fd5382Author Learning CenterThe best publishing path for your book depends on several factors including budget, timing, and the amount of creative control you want to have. She chose to independently publish her memoir because she wanted creative control over the content, cover, and title, and wanted to get it out more quickly. Traditional publishers typically require agent representation, have long lead times, and have final say on your content, cover, and title. You might find this article and webinar helpful: https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/7247/4-ways-to-publish-a-book-in-2024 https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/self-publishing/w/picking-a-publisher/2083/the-four-paths-to-publishing---videohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/advantages-disadvantages/6203/the-differences-between-independent-and-traditional-publishing---video?CommentId=8bb993f0-6696-411c-900a-0c1baee1f1fcFri, 26 Apr 2024 16:41:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:8bb993f0-6696-411c-900a-0c1baee1f1fcAbram EpsteinPatricia confused me. She spoke about not wanting "to give up a book which had a title and cover" she loved. Does that mean she endorses selling an Indy-published book to a traditional publisher--or should the route be to go to a prospective agent with an edited and proofed manuscript?https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/advantages-disadvantages/8370/writing-black-history-with-charles-m-suittMon, 25 Mar 2024 15:52:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:15d4b591-8017-47ee-98b4-64f7f72c0969Charles M. SuittPublisher Charles M. Suitt is dedicated to leaving a legacy in publishing with his new imprint, 13A. Through publishing renowned and relevant Black voices in sports, entertainment, lifestyle, and politics, Charles is making Black history. The imprint's  New York Times bestsellers included: Janet Jackson's True You ; Patti LaBelle’s Recipes for the Good Life ; Congressman Keith Ellison’s My Country, Tis of Thee ; Kris Jenner’s, Kris Jenner... and All Things Kardashian ; and E.  Lynn Harris’  Mama Dearest . To learn more about Gallery Books and the new imprint 13A, visit https://www.simonandschusterpublishing.com/gallery-books/charles-m-suitt.html . www.youtube.com/watchHistorycookbooksHumor & EntertainmentSelf-HelpPolitics & Social SciencesNonfictionbiographies & memoirsFood & Winevideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/advantages-disadvantages/8354/how-w-publishing-group-assists-authors-with-marketing-their-bookFri, 01 Mar 2024 21:10:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:6d29e3af-a97d-4807-8978-f9186a9ceb33Katherine HudencialOne of the advantages of getting a book contract with a larger traditional publishing house is the assistance the staff can provide to the author including distribution, publicity, marketing, and sales. As a Senior Marketing Manager with W Publishing Group, a commercial nonfiction imprint of Thomas Nelson, Katherine Hudencial supports her author clients from start to finish, beginning about six months prior to a book's release. She develops an entire marketing campaign that gets implemented about sixty days prior to release and continues until ninety days after release. This plan encompasses everything from social media support and email marketing, to coaching and audience growth initiatives. Hudencial enjoys collaborating with the authors in determining how to best reach their target audiences. Her role also includes creating digital ads for platforms like Google and Amazon, and supporting in-person events such as book signings and launch parties. At the end of a book's marketing campaign, she provides the author with a progress report and analytics so they can move forward strategically. These reports and analytics also help her team to see what works and what can be finessed for future marketing campaigns. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../HowWPublishingGroupAssistsAuthorswithMarketingTheirBook.mp4Christian Books & BiblesfictionSelf-HelpReligious & InspirationalNonfictionReligion & Spiritualitybiographies & memoirsvideo