Australian Society of Authors (ASA) is running a two-day workshop that will cast light on the myths and realities of self-publishing in 2018 and increase your chances of publishing success.
This comprehensive professional workshop will give you:
- An in-depth understanding of the entire publishing, sales, marketing and distribution process
- An invaluable resource pack to help you publish safely
- A list of contacts for reliable sources of advice and expertise
- The opportunity to receive direct feedback on your work in relation to certain steps of the process
- A tutorial on how to turn your manuscript into an ebook
- Advice on creating a public profile and developing speaking skills
- Feedback from authors with experience of self-publishing
- A networking marketplace to meet competent and ethical providers
- Familiarity with metadata, keywords and SEO
- The confidence to publish your work as a professional.
You will take away many valuable resources, including:
- Costing template, sample rights reversion letter and P&L template
- Tips and tricks to help you select competent and ethical service providers
- A completed title budget for your work
- Information on how to apply for a US tax file number
- A draft publicity campaign for your book
- A targeted press release.
The ASA advises members on their publishing options on a daily basis and no one has seen more traditional and self-publishing arrangements—both good and bad—than we have. We’re therefore uniquely positioned to offer you expert advice and in-depth knowledge on the entire process.
Event details
Date: 21-22 September 2018, 8.30am-4.30pm.
Location: ASA offices, C1.06 22-36 Mountain St, Ultimo NSW.
Bookings: phone (02) 9211 1004, email, or website.
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