Publish and Market your book

This course is designed to help aspiring writers realize their potential and guide them through the process of writing, publishing, marketing and selling their first book. It will look at the writing process, examine publishing and distribution options and highlight potential opportunities and pitfalls. Topics Covered Include: What’s The Big Idea? Have you got a book inside of you? Inspiration and where to find it Fail to Plan, plan to fail The Writing Process The writing process (think job, not hobby) Setting targets and hitting deadlines The editorial process Common pitfalls/roadblocks Pitching to a Publisher/Agent The benefits of working with a traditional publisher When and how to pitch What you should expect from a publisher When to walk away Going it Alone Disadvantages of working with a traditional publisher Digital disruption (you’ve never had it so good) Indie not amateur Self-publishing vs Vanity publishing Getting help (freelance editorial and design support) Self-Publishing platforms/distribution networks Multiple Formats Hardback, Paperback, eBook (epub, mobi), audiobooks Embracing Your Inner-Self Publicist (Selling Your Work) Public Relations Blogging/Podcasting Public Speaking Social Media Email Marketing Making Money Setting expectations Alternative streams of revenue Building a Back Catalogue Rinse, repeat eBook Singles Writing a series Free vs paid distribution Who is the target audience? Anyone who wants to write, publish and, more importantly, sell their first book. Authors who have struggled to promote their work following publication. This is a 2 day workshop at 200 euros on the 21st and 22nd July 2018. For more information or questions, please contact info@acttuition.com or +356 79472417.