https://www.authorlearningcenter.comAuthor and book coach Cathy Fyock will review how to start creating a buzz for your book during the writing stage.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:c920e597-f74c-475d-9deb-87d469103b90Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. If you're waiting until you've finished your book to begin your marketing plan and activities for your book launch, you're starting too late! While you ARE busy writing your book, it's not too early to begin creating buzz and excitement for your book. Learn easy and practical ways toward creating fans for your book as you finish writing it, from author and book coach Cathy Fyock. About the Presenter: Cathy Fyock is The Business Book Strategist, and works with professionals and thought leaders who want to write nonfiction books as a business growth strategy. She is the author of 12 books, including “On Your Mark”, “Blog2Book”, “Authority”, “My New Book: The Upcoming Message that will Change the World”, and her newest book, “Writer Crisis Hotline”, co-authored with Allie Pleiter. Cathy's book, “The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches”, became a #1 international bestseller in public speaking and speech writing, authorship, business consulting, publishing books and more. Since Cathy started her business in 2014, she has helped over 275 professionals become published authors. She believes that authors change the world, one word at a time. To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comBook marketing expert Keri-Rae Barnum will review 4 easy hacks to increase your book's discoverability on Amazon.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:d62b7be9-17f2-4872-9817-c052f8c30c13Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. We all know that you can pay for Amazon to boost your book on their site with Amazon Advertising. But did you know that you can also work with Amazon’s algorithms to naturally improve your book’s visibility on their site for FREE? In Amazon Algorithms 101, Keri-Rae Barnum of New Shelves Books discusses the most recent algorithm updates on Amazon and 4 easy hacks you can use to make sure your book shows up in more Amazon searches without paying a thing. She covers what Amazon algorithms and SEO (search engine optimization) are and how to increase and optimize both for a book listing utilizing: • Categories and Ranking • Keywords • Outside Traffic • Reviews About the Presenter: Keri-Rae Barnum is the Owner and CEO of New Shelves Books and the author of "Tough Love for Indie Authors: An Honest Look at What it Takes to Win in Self-Publishing." Her focus is helping publishers and authors skip the “learning curve” and become truly successful at advertising, review acquisition and book sales online, in libraries, and in stores. She is a keyword expert and creator of highly successful Amazon and online ads. She can be found at www.newshelves.com. To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comBestselling children's author Sheri Fink will show you how to go from concept to a completed, high quality book for children.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:4f62cd65-a6a2-481a-916e-c77cdde63594Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. In this webinar session, #1 best-selling children’s author Sheri Fink will discuss how you can go from simply having an idea, to believing in that idea and taking the next step of starting your children’s book. She will offer tips on how to focus your narrative and how to stay motivated and encouraged throughout the writing process. Sheri will also cover all aspects of the illustration process including how to find, vet, and hire an illustrator, along with the author-illustrator relationship and how to pull all of the different elements together to get ready for publishing. About the Presenter: Sheri is an inspirational speaker, #1 best-selling author, and president of Whimsical World, an empowering brand created by Sheri and Derek Taylor Kent with a mission is to inspire, delight, and educate children of all ages while planting seeds of self-esteem and high achievement. She loves to write – nineteen books so far spanning 3 genres, including her beloved “The Little Series” children's books and “InstaGrateful: Finding Your Bliss in a Social Media World”. Sheri's newest book, “Beyond Words,” is an uplifting children's picture book that teaches kids ways to express empathy and was written in collaboration with Aflac. Sheri travels the world inspiring audiences of all ages to believe in themselves, dream bigger dreams, and take action to live their best lives. CBS Los Angeles selected her as one of the top 3 authors in her local area, a distinction she shares with Dean Koontz, and her books have been honored with over 40 awards, including 14 gold medals in international book awards. Sheri is also a recipient of the prestigious Gold Mom’s Choice Award, honoring the best in family-friendly entertainment. To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comBestselling author Allie Pleiter will review the writing tactics that will make your memoir matter to readers.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:dad7f0a1-0561-4e3f-a760-8e508619aad2Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. Writing your life story takes more than just a retelling—it takes a sense of significance. Learn the tactics you need to make your memoir matter from bestselling novelist and book coach Allie Pleiter. You’ll learn: • How to structure your memoir so that your reader stays engaged • Storytelling techniques to make your life events come alive for the reader • Secrets to significance—going beyond the story to sharing life lessons and truths • Finding your audience If you’ve got a life story worth sharing, transform your manuscript from a good narrative into a great read. This author of over 70 published books will show you how. About the Presenter: Award-winning bestselling author Allie Pleiter writes both fiction and non-fiction working on as many as four books at a time. She teaches writers how to achieve the consistent, dependable productivity today’s market requires. The author of over 70 published titles, Allie has spent a decade in the publishing profession with over 1.9 million books sold worldwide. In addition to her own writing career, Allie maintains an active writing productivity coaching practice and speaks regularly on faith, the creative process, women’s issues, and her very favorite topic—The Chunky Method of time management. To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comALC President Keith Ogorek will share 9 lessons he's learned as a self-published author that all authors should know.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:aa75709f-cc8e-4181-873a-cae9a30fd11aAuthor Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. Self-publishing a book is an exciting journey, but it’s also full of surprises that many authors don’t discover until they’re already too deep into the process. In this session, ALC President Keith Ogorek will review 9 key lessons he’s learned as a self-published author, that every writer should understand before writing and publishing a book. He’ll discuss: • How manuscript word count and reading level can impact your book’s success • Setting realistic expectations about the time and effort it will take • The 4 publishing paths available to authors and how to choose the best path for you and your book • The keys to effective book marketing and when it should start • How becoming an author opens doors to all kinds of opportunities • Most importantly, why it is worth becoming an author • And more! Whether you’re drafting your first chapter or preparing to hit “publish,” this webinar will equip you with the insights, clarity, and confidence to move forward with valuable knowledge and renewed purpose. About the Presenter: As an industry thought leader, Keith has helped drive a number of significant innovations in the self-publishing industry and is featured in the book, 'Innovation--How Innovators Think, Act and Change Our World'. He has helped launch and operate supported self-publishing imprints for traditional publishers and Fuzeframe, which identifies and options self-published books for development in Hollywood. Keith has authored several books and has written a number of helpful white papers including ‘The POEM Method of Book Marketing’, the '4 Paths to Publishing' and 'Three Phases of an Effective Book Marketing Campaign'. You will also find him speaking at leading industry events such as Singapore Writer’s Festival, California Creative Writers Conference, LatinX Storytellers Conference, Archway New York Writer’s Workshop, and Hay House Book Writers Boot Camp just to name a few. In addition, he is a regular webinar presenter for The Author Learning Center.LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comLearn to create strong, memorable characters that resonate with readers, with award-winning author Jeanne Lyet Gassman.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:1ac105fc-34d3-4315-8e41-396284273e33Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. Strong stories need a plot, a setting, and most importantly, engaging characters. Agents and editors will tell you that all stories are character-driven. However, if your characters are stereotypes, one-dimensional, or predictable, the reader will soon lose interest. Readers are engaged with characters who are relatable, flawed, and unique. But how do you accomplish that in fiction? In this webinar, award-winning author Jeanne Lyet Gassman will look at the tricks you can use to create strong, memorable characters that are supported by a fascinating cast. She will address a number of different character crafting techniques, including: • Defining your characters' formative years • Understanding body language and the use of physical space • How opposites create tension and interest • Using dialogue to illustrate emotions and need • How to make troubled characters likable About the Presenter: Jeanne Lyet Gassman lives in the mountains of New Mexico where she writes and 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, and 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", and "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. You can learn more about Jeanne at her website: www.jeannelyetgassman.com or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JeanneLyetGassman . To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comBestselling children's author Sheri Fink will show you how to go from concept to a completed, high quality book for children.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:b70433f1-1c96-45a5-8fc2-e000911f886aAuthor Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. Can't attend this session? Don't worry, we'll be repeating it! You can register HERE . In this webinar session, #1 best-selling children’s author Sheri Fink will discuss how you can go from simply having an idea, to believing in that idea and taking the next step of starting your children’s book. She will offer tips on how to focus your narrative and how to stay motivated and encouraged throughout the writing process. Sheri will also cover all aspects of the illustration process including how to find, vet, and hire an illustrator, along with the author-illustrator relationship and how to pull all of the different elements together to get ready for publishing. About the Presenter: Sheri is an inspirational speaker, #1 best-selling author, and president of Whimsical World, an empowering brand created by Sheri and Derek Taylor Kent with a mission is to inspire, delight, and educate children of all ages while planting seeds of self-esteem and high achievement. She loves to write – nineteen books so far spanning 3 genres, including her beloved “The Little Series” children's books and “InstaGrateful: Finding Your Bliss in a Social Media World”. Sheri's newest book, “Beyond Words,” is an uplifting children's picture book that teaches kids ways to express empathy and was written in collaboration with Aflac. Sheri travels the world inspiring audiences of all ages to believe in themselves, dream bigger dreams, and take action to live their best lives. CBS Los Angeles selected her as one of the top 3 authors in her local area, a distinction she shares with Dean Koontz, and her books have been honored with over 40 awards, including 14 gold medals in international book awards. Sheri is also a recipient of the prestigious Gold Mom’s Choice Award, honoring the best in family-friendly entertainment. To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comBook marketing expert Keri-Rae Barnum will review 4 easy hacks to increase your book's discoverability on Amazon.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:c5077ada-869a-4fdc-8d0c-1e91183c5e70Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. Can't attend this session? Don't worry, we'll be repeating it! You can register HERE . We all know that you can pay for Amazon to boost your book on their site with Amazon Advertising. But did you know that you can also work with Amazon’s algorithms to naturally improve your book’s visibility on their site for FREE? In Amazon Algorithms 101, Keri-Rae Barnum of New Shelves Books discusses the most recent algorithm updates on Amazon and 4 easy hacks you can use to make sure your book shows up in more Amazon searches without paying a thing. She covers what Amazon algorithms and SEO (search engine optimization) are and how to increase and optimize both for a book listing utilizing: • Categories and Ranking • Keywords • Outside Traffic • Reviews About the Presenter: Keri-Rae Barnum is the Owner and CEO of New Shelves Books and the author of "Tough Love for Indie Authors: An Honest Look at What it Takes to Win in Self-Publishing." Her focus is helping publishers and authors skip the “learning curve” and become truly successful at advertising, review acquisition and book sales online, in libraries, and in stores. She is a keyword expert and creator of highly successful Amazon and online ads. She can be found at www.newshelves.com. To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comAuthor and book coach Cathy Fyock will review how to start creating a buzz for your book during the writing stage.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:c75d7700-5809-483e-b6a5-b28db1d13399Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. Can't attend this session? Don't worry, we'll be repeating it! You can register HERE . If you're waiting until you've finished your book to begin your marketing plan and activities for your book launch, you're starting too late! While you ARE busy writing your book, it's not too early to begin creating buzz and excitement for your book. Learn easy and practical ways toward creating fans for your book as you finish writing it, from author and book coach Cathy Fyock. About the Presenter: Cathy Fyock is The Business Book Strategist, and works with professionals and thought leaders who want to write nonfiction books as a business growth strategy. She is the author of 12 books, including “On Your Mark”, “Blog2Book”, “Authority”, “My New Book: The Upcoming Message that will Change the World”, and her newest book, “Writer Crisis Hotline”, co-authored with Allie Pleiter. Cathy's book, “The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches”, became a #1 international bestseller in public speaking and speech writing, authorship, business consulting, publishing books and more. Since Cathy started her business in 2014, she has helped over 275 professionals become published authors. She believes that authors change the world, one word at a time. To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comBestselling author Allie Pleiter will review the writing tactics that will make your memoir matter to readers.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:32f4d80a-2873-4c77-8cdc-9e53fbbd675bAuthor Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. Can't attend this session? Don't worry, we'll be repeating it! You can register HERE . Writing your life story takes more than just a retelling—it takes a sense of significance. Learn the tactics you need to make your memoir matter from bestselling novelist and book coach Allie Pleiter. You’ll learn: • How to structure your memoir so that your reader stays engaged • Storytelling techniques to make your life events come alive for the reader • Secrets to significance—going beyond the story to sharing life lessons and truths • Finding your audience If you’ve got a life story worth sharing, transform your manuscript from a good narrative into a great read. This author of over 70 published books will show you how. About the Presenter: Award-winning bestselling author Allie Pleiter writes both fiction and non-fiction working on as many as four books at a time. She teaches writers how to achieve the consistent, dependable productivity today’s market requires. The author of over 70 published titles, Allie has spent a decade in the publishing profession with over 1.9 million books sold worldwide. In addition to her own writing career, Allie maintains an active writing productivity coaching practice and speaks regularly on faith, the creative process, women’s issues, and her very favorite topic—The Chunky Method of time management. To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comLearn to create strong, memorable characters that resonate with readers, with award-winning author Jeanne Lyet Gassman.Wed, 27 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:6eadfa97-d737-4584-b3fc-8c0aebacc670Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. Can't attend this session? Don't worry, we'll be repeating it! You can register HERE . Strong stories need a plot, a setting, and most importantly, engaging characters. Agents and editors will tell you that all stories are character-driven. However, if your characters are stereotypes, one-dimensional, or predictable, the reader will soon lose interest. Readers are engaged with characters who are relatable, flawed, and unique. But how do you accomplish that in fiction? In this webinar, award-winning author Jeanne Lyet Gassman will look at the tricks you can use to create strong, memorable characters that are supported by a fascinating cast. She will address a number of different character crafting techniques, including: • Defining your characters' formative years • Understanding body language and the use of physical space • How opposites create tension and interest • Using dialogue to illustrate emotions and need • How to make troubled characters likable About the Presenter: Jeanne Lyet Gassman lives in the mountains of New Mexico where she writes and 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, and 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", and "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. You can learn more about Jeanne at her website: www.jeannelyetgassman.com or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JeanneLyetGassman . To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comBestselling author Derek Taylor Kent will teach strategies for making editing more effective, less daunting, and even fun!Wed, 20 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:c6e19301-527c-48a0-96c3-b8f00b040ba9Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. So, you finished your book? That's great! But now comes the hard part. How can you self-edit so that it's in good enough shape for critical readers, agents, and publishers? How do you know if you need a professional editor? Bestselling author Derek Taylor Kent has worked with some of the top editors from the top publishing houses and knows what they are looking for in a manuscript. In this webinar, he'll teach you strategies for editing that will make it less daunting, and even fun! Plus he'll review the most common grammatical issues that most authors don't even know about, but make their writing appear amateur instead of pro. This session is not to be missed for any writers who have finished or are near finished with their first drafts. About the Presenter: Derek Taylor Kent is the author of 20 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 . To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.comAuthor and publisher L.E. Perez will review why an author website is necessary, and how to go from concept to completion.Tue, 19 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:17f5fb65-93f5-4d26-9a36-efcf39e64b38Author Learning CenterAll webinar start times are listed in US Eastern Time. To see what the start time means for your location, CLICK HERE. With social media so prevalent in our lives as authors, is a website really necessary? If it is, what should it contain at minimum? What resources are available and how long will this take? In this webinar session, author and publisher L.E. Perez will take you on a journey to figure out why a website is a necessary evil, and how you go from concept to completion. You will learn the value of a website for your writing journey and why presentation matters. About the Presenter: Laura Perez is an author/publisher with Palmas Publishing and Manra Moon Press . She spent fifteen years working in Corrections and Victim Services while privately working on several novels. In 2010, she was given the opportunity to pursue two passions in life, writing and martial arts. She is a 4th-degree black belt who loves to write fight scenes and act them out for realism. She has published ten full-length novels and multiple short stories, has spearheaded several thriller anthologies with a group of Indie Authors called 'The Thrill of the Hunt' and 'The Thrill of the Heart'. In addition, LE is a Freelance Writing/Publishing Consultant for Macmillan and hosts the Legion of Writers Podcast. To see all of our upcoming live webinar events, CLICK HERE .LiveWebinarshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/webinars/c/e/2326?CommentId=e2c8f732-b5b8-408e-9cc4-412168a39c77Sat, 16 May 2026 21:25:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:e2c8f732-b5b8-408e-9cc4-412168a39c77MaxWhile exploring a Melaka digital security group earlier, I came across a useful segment regarding dk88official.com/.../login in MY paired with practical notes on encrypted connections and session timeouts for mobile browsers. No flashy claims about security perfection or total immunity. That grounded manner was appreciated. When I finished, I felt at ease, like I'd found actual community feedback on system logic.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/advertising/w/internet/8483/skyrocket-your-book-sales-winning-advertising-strategies-for-bestsellersThu, 14 May 2026 20:26:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:2d26ef01-013d-4e9e-82b8-7e7e1909bd5dA.G. BilligThis session with bestselling author and book marketing expert A.G. Billig is designed to help authors and publishers unlock the secrets of boosting book sales through powerful advertising techniques. A.G. dives into the best practices for using book promo websites, Amazon ads, and Facebook ads to reach a wider audience and drive more sales. During the webinar you’ll learn: • How to effectively use book promo websites to gain visibility and attract readers. • Tips and tricks for setting up and optimizing Amazon ads to get the most out of your budget. • Proven strategies for leveraging Facebook ads to target your ideal audience and increase sales. Whether you’re a new author looking to get noticed, or a seasoned writer aiming to boost your sales, this webinar will provide you with practical, actionable advice to help you achieve your goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert and take your book sales to the next level! Here is the handout referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../7522.Skyrocket-Your-Book-Sales_5F00_Handout_5F00_ALC.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../SkyrocketYourBookSalesWinningAdvertisingStrategiesforBestsellers26.mp4 About the Presenter: A.G. Billig is a bestselling published author of fiction and nonfiction books. As founder of the award-winning educational center Self-Publishing Mastery, she uses her book marketing and publishing expertise to help authors become successful. She has a BA in Languages and Literatures (English and French) and a Master’s Degree in Public Relations and Communication. For the past ten years, she has hosted and produced radio and TV shows, built awareness and drove sales for various international brands as a PR and marketing expert, and helped authors just like you to achieve number one bestseller status.fictionNonfictionSubscriberRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/webinars/c/e/2341Tue, 12 May 2026 23:30:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:51b55866-6b3a-4ae0-952d-fadaedf51e6fAuthor Learning Centerhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/i-would-like-to-pursue-a-traditional-publishing-deal-for-my-book-but-i-m-not-sure-it-is-a-good-fit-for-a-major-publishing-house-what-other-types-of-traditional-publishers-are-out-there?CommentId=eb711be5-ce84-4772-9c0b-185033032b08Tue, 12 May 2026 23:07:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:eb711be5-ce84-4772-9c0b-185033032b08Patty Ann SmithI have had experience with a we known publisher that offered self- publishing, in the long run , it cost me way too much at every turn,, the quality wasn't what i expected, I am now with a smaller, newer publisher, not self publishing, they have done a remarkable job of editing , designing and getting the boo to press. The quality is what I expected from the larger publisher. the second publisher got my books to market well before the original publisher that began a year before my switch. I am still learning. t'his information was well worth it.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/book-proposals/8482/your-book-blueprint-creating-and-using-a-book-proposal-to-achieve-your-publishing-goalsTue, 12 May 2026 20:34:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:8c28dd57-f7ca-4a0e-ad7b-5fe20de42e4cPete NikolaiAre you ready to turn your book dreams into reality? Writing a manuscript is a monumental achievement, but navigating the publishing world requires a specific set of tools. Join us for an empowering webinar on how to create and use a book proposal document to achieve your unique publishing goals. A book proposal is much more than a simple pitch. It serves as a comprehensive roadmap for your project, helping you refine your ideas while proving your book’s value to the market. In this webinar, Pete Nikolai, the Director of Publishing Services for HarperCollins Christian Publishing, will break down the process of building a proposal that commands attention and guides your publishing journey. What you will learn: • The essential components of a winning book proposal and why they matter in the publishing process. • Step-by-step strategies to outline your book's market potential and target audience. • Actionable tips and practical insights to craft a compelling pitch that stands out. Whether you are just starting your outline or finalizing your manuscript, this session is ideal for writers at any stage of their journey. Watch the recording today and take practical steps toward publication! Here are the handouts referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Book-Proposal-Template_5F00_ALC_5F00_Nikolai.docx www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Comparative-Sales-Analysis_5F00_ALC_5F00_Nikolai.xlsx www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../YourBookBlueprintCreatingandUsingaBookProposal.mp4 About the Presenter: Pete Nikolai is the Director of Publishing Services for HarperCollins Christian Publishing where he has helped thousands of authors write and publish their books. He has over 30 years of experience in book publishing in roles ranging from sales to division management. He helps manage WestBow Press, the self-publishing division of Thomas Nelson and Zondervan.fictionNonfictionSubscriberRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/marketing-plan/w/elevator-pitch/8481/peyton-corinne-s-literal-elevator-pitch-for-unboundMon, 11 May 2026 13:04:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:d3bdb895-d94b-4afe-9705-bbf6255d2b7bPeyton CorinneUnbound is a lyrical romance by Peyton Corinne that follows a college couple through first love, heartbreak, and the struggle to come together again. For more on this USA Today bestselling romantic fiction author visit https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Peyton-Corinne/220355330 . www.youtube.com/watchfictionvideoromance & eroticahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/traditional-publishing/w/submission-process/8480/q-is-for-query-synopsis-a-is-for-aaackThu, 07 May 2026 20:04:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:817a5eee-8306-4db1-aa87-1caf925eb8f1Laurie Schnebly CampbellNo writer can get far without the most fundamental tool of selling their work. But, producing an effective synopsis or query is frequently a source of dread for writers who create lyrical fiction, yet panic at the idea of creating a sales pitch. Here’s a hint: pretend you’re writing an ad. Laurie Schnebly Campbell brings 25 years of advertising experience to the task of identifying what makes people want to buy a product -- any product -- and how to convince them YOURS is the one they want. Here is the handout referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Queries_5F00_Synopses_5F00_Schnebly-ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../QisforQuerySynopsisAisforAaack.mp4 About the Presenter: After winning Romantic Times’ “Best Special Edition of the Year” over Nora Roberts, Laurie Schnebly Campbell discovered she loved teaching every bit as much as writing...if not more. Since then she’s taught in-person and online workshops for writers from six continents (still waiting for Antarctica!) and keeps a special section of her bookshelves for novels developed in her classes. With 50+ titles there so far, she’s always hoping for more.fictionNonfictionSubscriberRecorded Webinar