If you are writing – or are considering writing – a self-help book, there are several steps that will help you establish your credentials, relate to your audience, and hone your message. When you’re all done with the book, part two begins – marketing...

If your Book in a Year goal is to write and publish a fiction novel, this webinar is for you. Even though you may have a great idea for a story, it can be daunting to transform that idea into a full-length novel. In this first webinar, we will explore...

Join producer, literary manager and author Ken Atchity as he reveals the secret ingredients for writing a bestseller. He’ll cover key story elements including building a compelling world, strong characters, a universal theme, and more. In addition to...

Book distribution expert Amy Collins has helped countless authors sell their books to libraries across North America. In this course, you'll discover the immense potential of getting your book stocked in a single branch and learn how self-published authors...

This two-part session, led by book author and coach Cathy Fyock, will focus on how to write more productively and effectively. Over the course of our two hours together, writers will explore their story ideas through instructor-led writing exercises...

Rewriting and editing is what distinguishes amateurs from professionals. It’s what brings your work to life. When you write a rough draft, you may pour yourself into it, but the rough draft is really just for getting the story down; the key to making...

Choosing your point of view (POV) is an important aspect of any story. While it may not change the trajectory of your story as a whole, the lens through which you tell it makes a difference. Before you begin writing, ask yourself, "Who can best tell...

Confused about how to do book marketing? Keith Ogorek, President of the Author Learning Center , provides a simple way to build a marketing plan that will take some of the mystery out of the process. Any good, integrated marketing campaign has four...

Should you hire a freelance editor? If so, where can you find one, and how much will it cost? Learn how to choose the right editor for you, what to expect, the types and methods of editing, and much more. Discover how to get the most out of your experience...

If you have a story to tell and a novel seems too daunting, it's time to explore the art of the short story. A short story, like a novel, starts with an idea that grows into something bigger. However, the difference between the two is more than just...