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You’ve done the hard work of writing your book! You have spent hours (way too many hours!) crafting and rewriting to make it the best it can be. And now comes layout and design, where even the smallest mistake in your interior or cover can destroy what you have worked so hard to build. Join Wall Street Journal bestselling author …

  What if you could see your whole manuscript at a birds-eye view? You might have a nagging feeling that the middle of the book isn’t working or that there’s too much story or not enough teaching, and just HOW much longer is Chapter 2 than the rest? But how to know for sure… Well, get your colored markers, scissors, …

In the rapidly rising tide of podcasts and audiobooks, is your voice reaching the millions of people who are listening? Walk down any street and you’ll see people soaking in information through their phones. Commuters are multitasking with audio devices on trains, planes and in automobiles. Today, audiobook publishing is growing 3X faster than any other type of publishing and …

Are you wondering what it takes to get the attention of a literary agent, or of a major publishing house? How many books does it really take to hit the New York Times? Whitney Gossett will unlock tips behind best selling titles and provide insight into the ever changing publishing landscape. Whitney is a former literary agent, and has worked …

You have written – or are writing – a book. Congratulations! Now that you’ve invested money, time, and research into such a project, if you consider it a one-and-done effort then you are leaving income on the table. In your hands and on your computer are multiple revenue stream possibilities of which you can take advantage. Sylvia Henderson, your Idea …

Margo Grace has been in the printing and publishing business for over 20 years. Let her expertise steer you through the process of get specifications together, pricing and the ends and outs of printing a book. This will allow you to publish a book that will help you gain credibility and increase your chances of getting booked as a speaker …

Which is a myth, and which is a secret?  You have more creative control of your book when you self-publish. The only legitimate way to publish is through a traditional publisher. You’ll make more money if you publish traditionally. It will take a long time to become published once the book is written. A book publisher will actively promote your …

A good editor is an author’s best friend. They make sure the manuscript flows well, engages the reader, and avoids nasty mistakes and typos. However, these lovely creatures sometimes speak a different language from the writing public. What does your editor mean when they talk about a copyedit? Join us as we go over the types of work an editor …

Is it time to take the development of your business book to the next level? In this session, you’ll boost your awareness of both the editing and writing process as you learn to: · Use a Planner to communicate with your editor · Whack Wordiness—the most practical technique you’ll ever learn · Apply 10 Top Techniques to improve everything you …