Overview

Get unprecedented insights about the current publishing landscape to distinguish your book from the competition and improve your chances of publication.

Course No. 2553

With the advent of submission conveniences offered by the internet, today’s authors face unprecedented competition in the writing market. The publishing market is in constant flux, making publishers wary about taking on new authors. A plethora of publication options make navigating this complex industry harder than ever.

In 24 eye-opening lectures, Jane Friedman, publishing industry expert and educator, provides sought-after secrets of the publishing process to help you:

• Navigate the difficult progression from manuscript to published book

• Bypass common pitfalls that trap novice authors

• Dramatically improve your chances of being considered for publication

This course acts as your personal guide through the entire process: from finalizing your manuscript to writing the perfect pitch, reviewing contracts, and marketing your book. You’ll gain insider knowledge that gives you a unique advantage in this increasingly competitive industry.

While there’s no magic formula for guaranteed publication, this course reveals numerous strategies to:

• Improve your chances of success

• Streamline your path to publication

• Avoid common mistakes that lead to rejection

Video Lectures

1. Today’s Book Publishing Landscape (33 min)

2. Defining Your Fiction Genre (27 min)

3. Categorizing Your Nonfiction Book (29 min)

• Researching Writers’ Markets (28 min)

5. What to Expect from a Literary Agent (30 min)

6. Writing Your Query Letter (29 min)

7. Writing Your Novel or Memoir Synopsis (28 min)

8. The Importance of Author Platform (29 min)

9. Researching and Planning Your Book Proposal (29 min)

10. Writing an Effective Book Proposal (28 min)

• Submissions and Publishing Etiquette (28 min)

12. Networking: From Writers’ Conferences to Courses (28 min)

13. Pitching Your Book (27 min)

14. Avoiding Common Manuscript Pitfalls (28 min)

15. Hiring a Professional Editor (28 min)

16. How Writers Handle Rejection (29 min)

17. Overcoming Obstacles to Writing (28 min)

18. The Book Publishing Contract (31 min)

19. Working Effectively with Your Publisher (28 min)

20. Becoming a Bestselling Author (28 min)

21. Career Marketing Strategies for Writers (31 min)

22. The Self-Publishing Path: When and How (32 min)

• Principles of Self-Publishing Success (30 min)

24. Beyond the Book: Sharing Ideas in the Digital Age (31 min)