Independent bookstores have become a hotbed of community activity at the very same time that they find themselves most under siege. They are valued by their patrons because they can provide the personalized service that their chain store competitors...

You've worked hard to develop your nonfiction book that positions your thought leadership. So what's next? Why not take the content from your book and create a workbook? Your workbook can serve as a tool to generate additional revenue, can help your...

Creating content that your readers want to consume! I want to write, but how do I make a living as a nonfiction author? In this session, book coach and author Cathy Fyock shares insights on creating a business model that pays the bills AND brings you...

Secrets to Creating a Presentation that your Audience will Never Forget While Generating Maximum Sales Presentations are the bread and butter of the author business. Whether a speaking engagement, a school visit, a library talk, or a corporate speech...

You're speaking for a conference, book signing, or other event. How do you sell more books? In this session, led by Cathy Fyock, coauthor of The Speaker Author, you'll learn more about: • How to pre-sell books before you speak • How to maximize interest...

Is your muse shouting "S.O.S!"? How do you keep the words pouring onto the page when your real life feels like it’s under attack? Every writer knows how stress and personal crises can strangle your creativity. Help is on the way in this honest and...

Authors are always looking for new ways to increase the chances of readers finding their book online. Most people start small, relying on word of mouth and self-promotion, but where do you start when the time comes to tackle the massive marketplace that...

Endorsements are blurbs from experts or other authors that lend credibility to your work, and are an important book marketing asset. How do you get great endorsements for your book? In this session, book strategist Cathy Fyock shares her tips and ideas...

Do you feel like you can never find the time to write? Have you been chipping away at the same manuscript forever without much progress? Wrangling a fickle muse to meet a deadline—or just to get rid of that looming blank page—is a life-skill for everyone...

In this first quarterly check-in webinar, presenters from the previous months’ webinars will provide a recap on tasks completed to date, offer tips and advice on staying motivated throughout the writing process, and host an open question and answer session...