By Noted Author and Writer's Coach Teresa R. Funke
It all starts with an idea—a middle-of-the-night brainstorm or a concept that's been building—and you know you've got a book inside you. But how do you begin? And where do you go from there? In this six-hour workshop, successful author and writer's coach Teresa R. Funke will teach you:
How to Get Started: Is your idea sound? Can it sustain a book? How to embark on research; get to know your characters or subject matter; learn the craft of writing . . .
How to Write: Where do you start your book or story? Do you need an outline? How to choose a point of view; develop characters and/or anecdotes; manage your content or structure your plot . . .
How to Revise: How to know when your book is really done. Do you need a collaborator or proofreader? How to your tighten your writing; check pacing; handle rewrites; get feedback . . .
How to Prepare Your Work for Submission: What are your publishing options? Is self-publishing the route for you? How do you write query and cover letters; track submissions; build a buzz for your book before you submit . . .
How to Find an Editor or Agent: Do you need an agent? How do you write a book proposal or a synopsis? Should you present your work at a conference; enter a contest; contact editors directly . . .
How to Manage Your Published Book: What happens after you get that publishing contract or produce your own book? How much marketing do you have to do? How do you develop a marketing plan; approach the press; speak on the radio; present at schools . . .
Kudos
"This was just what I needed to get started! It’s the first step of many more to come. Thanks for your caring presentation!"
"Great presentation, location, food—learned a lot and maybe I can move forward now."
"Wonderful workshop! The workbook is exceptional. I'm sitting down to read it cover to cover."
"The workshop was very helpful and reinforcing."
"The workshop was quite useful and encouraging. Thank you for sharing your accumulated knowledge and telling me the truth about my progress. It caused me to dig deep and ask myself the kind of questions you asked."
Contact us to find out when Teresa will be presenting this popular workshop!
To sign up for the June 19th or August 7th workshop, click here.
All That Book Inside You workshops include lunch, snacks and an in-depth workbook designed to take the writer through each step of his or her journey. "The workbook alone was worth the price of admission," one workshop attendee said. Workbooks are valued at $49.