Welcome Infostack Authors!
I'm your self-publishing "guru" April Cox, and I'm so excited to teach you the secrets of how to self-publish your book in just 90 days! My grandchildren and I always LOVED to create stories together... I remember my dog, Brady, would jump up on our laps and soon became the subject of many stories we made up together. Those moments inspired me to write my very own children's book just for them, which turned out to be my award-winning book, Puppy Pickup Day. When I first set out to self-publish Puppy Pickup Day five years ago, I had no idea what I was doing. There was so much to learn and it was hard to find good self-publishing advice... does this sound like you? |
When I first set out to self-publish Puppy Pickup Day five years ago, I had no idea what I was doing. There was so much to learn and it was hard to find good self-publishing advice... does this sound like you?
It took months of time and thousands of dollars to figure out all the different aspects of self-publishing, but I was eventually able to get my book completed! It was one of the hardest, most complicated experiences of my life. In the end it was all worth it because I was able to create something so special for my grandchildren (and I can now say I wrote an award-winning book!)
Since then I have published five books and have had hundreds of students through my self-publishing course. If you're anything like the new authors I work with, you're probably overwhelmed, confused, and uncertain about the complicated process of self-publishing...
But don't worry! You aren't alone anymore! In this 12-week self-publishing course, I'm going to walk you through the entire process step-by-step and you will find a community of other authors just like you working together and supporting each other to make dreams come true!
This course is PACKED with years of expert knowledge on self-publishing! You'll learn:
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My proven step-by step structure that will get your book completed in just 12 weeks
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The TRUTH about predatory vendors, vanity presses, and others
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The biggest self-publishing mistakes that could cost you thousands (and how to avoid them)
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The most effective strategies to save time, energy and money when self-publishing
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Secrets my authors implement to write award winning books... yours could be next!
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7 essential steps to creating the book of your dreams
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The single most valuable way to save months on the publishing process
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Why only 1% of authors ever finish their book and how you can beat the statistics!
The step-by-step course teaches you exactly how to self-publish your children's book.
(Plus, how to avoid the biggest self-publishing mistakes). Self-publishing your book doesn't have to be so hard...
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My PROVEN step-by-step structure for self-publishing a high quality book!
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Personalized One on One Coaching
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Accountability assignments to keep you on track
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Private Facebook Group for support
About Your Teacher
April M. Cox
My Self-Publishing Journey
Making hard things simple...
I remember how my dog, Brady, would jump up on our laps and soon became the subject of many stories we would create together. Those moments inspired me to write my award-winning book, Puppy Pickup Day which have blossomed to a collection of eight children's books and counting...
Just like you, I was interested in self-publishing but quickly discovered I had no idea what I was doing! But over the last few years, I have been able to simplify the process and develop a proven program that promotes success.
You see, I'm a geek (propeller-head). I started computer programming when I was in high school and was fascinated by computers and technology. I spent 35 years consulting for large organizations and managing multi-million dollar projects.
I excelled because I have the innate ability to cut through complexity and help others to be successful. I loved it. Making hard things easy is my superpower!
After my success with publishing, I decided to leave the corporate world and now am doing what I love full time. It is so rewarding being there when a new author clicks the Publish Button and makes their dream come true.
I look forward to doing the same thing for you!
Course Description and Details
The author will work through twelve modules (1 for each week) that will focus on the seven key phases of publishing: 1) Planning. 2) Writing/Editing. 3) Illustrations. 4) Creating Your Marketing Plan. 5) Graphic Design & Formatting. 6) Publishing Your Book 7) Book Sales & Marketing
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WHAT YOU'RE ABOUT TO DISCOVER
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7 essential steps to creating the book of your dreams
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Secrets my authors implement to write award-winning books... yours could be next!
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The TRUTH about predatory vendors, vanity presses, and others
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The single most effective way to save time, energy and money when self-publishing
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The single most valuable way to self-publish your book
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My proven step-by step structure that will get your book completed!
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The biggest self-publishing mistakes that could cost you thousands (and how to avoid them)
Course curriculum
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--> Start Here: Introduction
- Welcome
- How to Use This Course
- Common Mistakes Self-Published Authors Make (And How to Avoid Them)
- Before Getting Started
- Questionnaire (Just 2m Please)
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1. Goals & MindSet
- Examining Your Goals
- Getting in the Right Mindset
- Do You Have the Grit to Withstand the Publishing Journey?
- Marketing (Your Author Platform)
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2.. Marketing (Start Now)
- Easy Marketing You Can Do Now - Even Before Your Book is Done
- Create Your Marketing Plan
- Assignment -> Do Your Research
- What is a Press Kit and Why You Need One
- Marketing Resources
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3 Overview: Self-Publishing
- The Self-Publishing Process
- Walk-Through of the Self-Publishing Checklist
- Cost to Self-Publish
- Creating Your Dream Team
- Marketing in This Period
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4: Writing & Editing
- Writing Tips (Bobbie Hinman)
- Preparing for a Professional Edit
- --> Milestone: Professional Edit Complete
- About the Book Dummy (Mockup)
- File Your Copyright
- Other Writing / Supplemental Pages
- Recommended Resources
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5. Illustrations
- Finding an Illustrator to Bring Your Vision to Life
- Illustrator Communication & Feedback
- --> Character Design
- --> Assignment: The Illustration Brief
- --> Assignment: Illustrator Contract
- The Role of the Graphic Designer
- BONUS: Schedule 1:1 Mentoring
- Marketing During This Period
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6 Design & Formatting
- Working with a Book Designer / Formatter
- Printer Quotes / Options
- Get & Assign Your ISBNs
- Get Your Identifiers
- Marketing in this Period: Audio / Video
- BONUS -> Resources
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7. Pre-Launch
- Why You Should Set Up Pre-Orders
- Pre-Launch Marketing Activities
- Create A+ Content
- Amazon Set-Up (Hands On)
- Ingram Spark Setup (Hands On)
- Additional Resources
- Additional Resources (2)
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8. Publish
- Publish Your Book
- 12 Things: Launch Checklist
- Request Updates to Amazon Listing
- Schedule Your Free eBook Promotions
- Launch Team Downloads & Reviews
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--> Final Step & BONUS
- Congrats... Don't Stop Now!
- Course Evaluation (Submit and Qualify for another 1:1 Mentoring Session)