This is the third class in our four part series on working with Hollywood.

Think your story has what it takes to be made into a film? Find out in this exclusive webinar! Though the market for stories among the major Hollywood studios has greatly changed over the past five years, the mechanics of selling to this extremely...

This is the second class in our four part series on working with Hollywood. In this class we will discuss the people you might work with when working on a Hollywood project: - Above the line talent - Agents vs Managers - Studio executives - Production...

Is it possible for a first-time author to plan a memorable book launch event? How about an event that draws over a hundred people, gets you media exposure, increases your social media following, and boosts your sales? It is possible if you plan everything...

In this webinar, editor JoSelle Vanderhooft explores topics relating to different types of freelance editing services, such as copyediting and content editing, and the differences between them. She'll also discuss interactions between editors and authors...

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 reviews 9 key lessons he’s learned as a self...

Watch to learn the basics of the Author Learning Center in just 18 minutes! This site demonstration includes everything you need to know to get the most out of your ALC membership, including: - Filling out your Profile - Setting up a book project...

Industry changes have made it one of the best times to be an author, but also one of the most confusing given all of the different publishing options available. In this session, Author Learning Center President Keith Ogorek reviews the four primary...

The demand by Hollywood for interesting ideas and stories has never been greater, and they love to find that content in books. Yet, many times, authors don’t incorporate some basic things that make Hollywood want to option a book and develop it for the...

In this session, book coach Cathy Fyock explores the critical role that stories and characters play in engaging readers and enhancing your nonfiction narrative. Discover when and how to seamlessly integrate these elements into your work, and learn essential...