Motivation to Publication: May 2017
Bardstown Writers:
Stepping into Self-publishing Workshops
Workshop 1 – Stepping into Self-publishing: Getting your Book to Market
Where and when: Friday 12 May (pm) at the Methodist Church Hall, Stratford-upon-Avon.
Who it's for: those with a manuscript (fiction or non-fiction) they want to publish, who would like guidance and information on self-publishing.
In this three-hour workshop you will:
- identify the benefits/challenges of self-publishing vs traditional publishing,
- learn the steps of the self-publishing process,
- acquire knowledge of key resources for the self-publishing author,
- gain an understanding of where to go next with your project.
Includes a Q&A session with independent author and crime writer JJ Franklin.
By the end of the workshop you will: feel confident about taking the next self-publishing step for your work.
More Information: sua-gettingyourbooktomarket.eventbrite.co.uk
Workshop 2 – Stepping into Self-publishing: Marketing your Book
Where and when: Saturday 20 May (pm) at Stratford-upon-Avon ArtsHouse.
Who it's for: those with a manuscript (fiction or non-fiction) for publication, who want guidance on marketing and promoting their book.
In this three-hour workshop you will:
- identify the challenges of making your book visible in a crowded industry,
- learn how to use social media to build your platform and promote your work,
- gain knowledge of other promotional tools and techniques,
- develop a personal marketing plan for your work.
By the end of the workshop you will: be ready to use a variety of promotional tools and techniques to market your work.
More Information: sua-marketingyourbook.eventbrite.co.uk
More About the Workshops
- Stepping into Self-publishing is in two sessions, which can be booked separately. Those booking both qualify for a 10% discount.
- Members of writing groups, creative writing students and those over 60 also qualify for a 10% discount.
Previous Comments on the Workshops and Tutor
"Very motivational and instructional." — Karen Pettigrew.
"I found it useful to be able to focus on achievable steps in order to reach the final goal." — Dianne Lee.
"It was useful to have the opportunity to clarify my plan. It's all so doable." — Robert C Day.
"Very useful professional focus treating writing seriously." — Workshop participant.
"I certainly got value for money. Ellie helped me see my manuscript in a new light with her inspired suggestion for a revised starting point, as a result of which I reduced my word count and tackled a number of other issues. I wish I had done it sooner!" — T. Kemp.