Self Publishing and Book Marketing

Are you ready to begin your journey to become a self-published author? Join our fast track 6-week course, where each 3-hour session is packed with invaluable insights and actionable steps to help you achieve your publishing dreams.

*Session 1  

• – Introduction to self-publishing
• – Benefits and challenges of self-publishing
• – Traditional vs. self-publishing
• – Setting goals for your publishing journey

*Session 2  

• – Writing and editing your book
• – Formatting and preparing your manuscript
• – Choosing a book cover design
• – Preparing for publication: ISBN, copyright, and legal considerations

*Session 3  

• – Self-publishing platforms and options (e.g., Kindle Direct Publishing, IngramSpark)
• – Uploading your book to publishing platforms
• – Pricing your book
• – Understanding royalties and payment structures

*Session 4 

• – Introduction to book marketing
• – Identifying your target audience
• – Creating a compelling author brand
• – Building an author platform

*Session 5  

• – Crafting an effective book blurb and tagline
• – Creating an author website and blog
• – Building an email list
• – Social media for authors: tips and best practices

*Session 6 

• – Networking and author communities
• – Book reviews and endorsements
• – Amazon Kindle promotions
• – Utilizing free and paid book promotion sites

Course Commences:  Tuesday 23 January 2024

Course Times: 18:15-21:15

Number of Classes:  6

Fee: €110