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How to Write a Business Book
Every entrepreneur or business owner thinks about writing a book at some point. Books are "the new business card," a great way to position yourself (and your business) as a thought leader in your space. Plus, since you have all the knowledge already, writing the book should be pretty easy, right?...
Taught by Alison Jones
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How to Self-Publish a Book
Be the next Andy Weir or E.L. James by launching your writing career with a self-published book. In this 10-part course, learn what it takes to be a successful indie author.
Taught by Martin Cavannagh
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Stop Procrastinating! Build a Solid Writing Routine
Based on the latest findings in the science of habits, you will learn practical, actionable tips to help you understand and face down your procrastination gremlins to find a writing habit that works for you.
Taught by Prolifiko
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Novel Writing 101
So, you want to write a novel? That's great news, but where do you go from here? Bestselling fantasy and historical fiction author Ben Galley will show you how to plan out your book, before revealing his top tips for productivity! Crafting the first draft of any book can be quite a confusing jou...
Taught by Ben Galley
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Everything You Need to Know About Amazon Algorithms
Amazon is more than just a retailer: it is a search engine as well as a book discoverability website. In fact, it’s the world’s leading search engine for books, where the majority of buyers go to find their next read. Which is why it is so important for indie authors to know exactly how readers ...
Taught by Ricardo Fayet
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Facebook Ads for Authors
If you're an independent author (or even a traditionally published one), you've probably heard about "Facebook ads" before. It's not a new thing, and it might have gotten more competitive in the past few months, however it remains one of the only proven ways to grow your mailing list and get more...
Taught by Ricardo Fayet
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Traditional Publishing 101
Almost every author’s dream is to get a book deal and a big advance from a famous publisher. But how can you get your foot in the door, how much money can authors expect, and what happens once you sign on the line? Join us on our whistlestop tour of the traditional publishing landscape. The aim ...
Taught by Scott Pack
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Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing
The internet has democratized the publishing world in a big way. Now, anyone can publish a book without the “permission” of a traditional press. But with the freedom of self-publishing comes a fresh set of challenges to consider. In this 10-part course, you will discover the realities of both tr...
Taught by Martin Cavannagh
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Book Marketing 101
All successful independent authors have found a way to build a loyal readership who raves about their books. If you're about to self-publish your first book, this course will go over all the basics.
Taught by Ricardo Fayet
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