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In this course, you will :
- Explore the first stage of Courtney's writing process: the security checkpoint. This stage entails learning exactly what a book proposal is, making a list of everything you need, and figuring out how to cross each item off your list.
- Explore Courtney's two-step chapter summary approach, and learn how to establish your "hook".
- understand how to use different platforms to reach different readers.
- Learn how to create a compelling book summary or teaser. Courtney demonstrates her creative process for researching potential book titles, as well as how to ensure the chosen title stands out from the crowd.
- Discover how to create a marketing plan that includes your biography.
- Discover the best practises for submitting proposals, as well as how to find an agent and/or an editor if your proposal is accepted. Courtney also discusses what to do if your proposal does not receive the desired response. Learn the three main reasons why a book proposal is rejected and how to improve your proposal accordingly.
Syllabus :
1. Security Checkpoint
- What Is a Book Proposal and How Does It Work?
- The Two-Step Chapter: Summary Approach
- Establishing Your “Hook”
- Understanding Platform
2. Preparation for Take-off
- How to Write an Overview
- Determining Comp Titles
- Writing Your Bio and Marketing Plan
3. Lift Off
- Best Practices for Submission
- How to Find an Agent and/or Editors
- Strengthening Your Platform
- What to Do with “No”
