Writing, Publishing, Marketing and Selling Your First Book

Name: Writing, Publishing, Marketing and Selling Your First Book
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Are You Waiting for Permission to Write and Publish Your First Book? Stop Waiting and Start Writing Today

Created byJohn Hayes

Last updated 6/2017

English

What you'll learn

Build a process to help you start and actually finish writing your first book.
Understand the opportunities available to you via traditional publishers and self-publishing platforms.
Have the confidence to promote and sell your book.
Earn money as a published author.

Course content

1 section • 15 lectures • 56m total length

Introduction1:30
Introducing my Writing, Publishing, Marketing and Selling Your First Book Udemy Course
The Writing Process11:18
The process I use to write my books, along with potential (avoidable) roadblocks which may stand in your way and prevent your from becoming a published author.
The Pitching Process4:21
It's never too early to start the pitching process. Publishers and agents rarely want to see a complete manuscript, they want help you write a better (more commercially viable) book.
7 Things I Have Learned To Hate About The Publishing Industry2:35
Not everything in the publishing industry is great. Here are seven things I have learned to hate.
How to Find a Publisher or Agent3:35
How to find a publisher or agent to bring your work to life.
Going It Alone - Self Publishing3:01
Multiple Formats6:16
Think independent, not amateur. You don't need a traditional publisher anymore. Here are the tools I use for my independently published works.
Embracing Your Inner Self-Publicist2:50
Nobody else will do it. It's time to develop an ego and stand-up to promote your book.
Building a Back Catalogue1:20
If you want to sell more books, write another book.
Making Money5:10
Show me the money. Can you make money as an author? You bet you can.
Bonus Video: What's Stopping You From Writing and Publishing Your First Book?1:31
Mobile footage filmed after meeting a group of writers at a seminar in Gibraltar, exploring the various self-imposed roadblocks which prevent writers from publishing.
Bonus Podcast: Where I Found Inspiration to Write My First Book5:20
Podcast Audio: Going back to the beginning. After many false starts, where I found inspiration to write my first book, the writing process and where I took it after publication.
Bonus Podcast: Finding the Time to Write2:12
No more excuses. It's time to find the time to write.
Bonus Podcast: Overcoming Writer’s Block and Getting Productive4:30
Writer's block is something that writers write about when they cannot think of anything else to write about.
Conclusion: Good Luck and Happy Writing1:10
Thank you. Good luck and happy writing.

Requirements

Basic computer and Internet skills

Description

This online 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 this course is for:

Anyone who wants to write, publish and, more importantly, sell their first book.
Authors who have struggled to promote their work following publication.