Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the course!

    • How to use this course

    • Before we begin...
  • 2

    Module 1: Introduction to the Publishing World

    • Overview of the publishing industry

    • Traditional vs. self-publishing

    • My experience of self publishing company vs semi traditional

  • 3

    Module 2: Preparing Your Manuscript

    • Step 1-Research, Step 2-Writing and Step 3- Self Editing

    • My Experience on Doing Research Before Writing

    • My Experience on the Writing Process

    • Step 4- Finding Beta Readers and Incorporating Feedback

    • Step 5- Hiring a professional Editor

    • Step 6- How to purchase an ISBN

    • Step 7- How to register Copyright
  • 4

    Module 3: Self-Publishing Platforms and Tools

    • Overview of Major self-publishing platforms (Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, ect.)

    • Comparison of tools and services

    • Criteria for choosing the right platform
  • 5

    Module 4: Formatting and Designing Your Book

    • Step 8- Create a Professional Cover Principles

    • Step 9- Book Formatting Essentials( both Print and digital)

    • Interior Layout Design

    • Hiring Professionals vs. DIY Options
  • 6

    Module 5: Writing a Compelling Book Description and Metadata

    • Crafting an Engaging Book Description- Fiction

    • Keywords and categories for discoverability

    • Tips for writing an author bio