Self-publishing has become increasingly popular in today's market, but is it truly the optimal choice for your particular circumstances? (Note: participants must first complete the "Beginner's Guide to Getting Published" course.) Furthermore, might you benefit from pursuing both traditional and self-publishing approaches? In this focused workshop, you will discover the distinct advantages and disadvantages of all available self-publishing platforms, including print-on-demand services, electronic book publishing options, and Amazon's own CreateSpace program. You will leave this class equipped with a comprehensive comparative evaluation of 50 different self-publishing companies with detailed descriptions of each.
All attendees will receive a downloadable PDF handout prior to the class, which should be printed for convenient reference during and after the session. Additionally, an outlined version of these materials will be displayed on your screen throughout the virtual instruction session.
Special Note Regarding Instructor Credentials: Your instructor is an accomplished journalist, published author, literary agent, publisher, and adjunct online professor of Publishing at Harvard University. (1 hour)
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamental differences between self-publishing platforms and traditional publishing models
- Learn how to identify and evaluate print-on-demand publishers and ebook distribution services
- Gain insight into Amazon's book sales ecosystem and Create Space publishing platform
Required Prerequisite: You must have successfully completed the "Beginner's Guide to Getting Published" course before enrolling in this workshop.
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
