Self-Publishing 101: Learn How to Publish a Book, Taught by a Real Author!
In this one-time, self-paced class students will learn the steps to self-publishing, as taught by a published author.
Kate's Creative Academy
Average rating:
5.0
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What's included
1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
In this one-time crash course, students will learn the step-by-step process of self-publishing (as taught by a published author). We will cover topics such as: -what is an ISBN number, why is it important, why do books have one, and how to secure one for your book -copyrighting, how to get your work legally secured, how to apply for a copyright, how to create a copyright page -how to upload your manuscript to Kindle Direct Publishing platform, and how to navigate the selfpublishing site -how to edit and format your own manuscript so that it's "print" ready -how to write a book blurb for the back of your novel -how to do cover design and illustrations -how to input sales information for distribution -how to order your own author copies at a discounted rate -the prices of self-publishing -the pros/cons of self-publishing compared to traditional publishing My teaching style is engaging, kind, and open to helping each student's individual writing needs.
Syllabus
1 Lesson
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Self Publishing 101
Learn how to publish your book step by step! Dive into how to obtain a copyright, how to format and edit your manuscript, how to submit and navigate Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing, how to create a book cover and book blurb, and how to market your book post-production. 37 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2022
5.0
2reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Teacher Kate has been teaching online and in school for 12 years. She has been a 4 time Best-Selling Author publication as well as a 2 x self-published author. Reviews
Self-Paced Class
$20
for all content1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 8 learners
Ages: 8-18
