Turn Your Book Idea Into a Real Plan in Two Days
A hands-on workshop designed to help aspiring authors clarify their idea, define their audience, and begin shaping a publishable book proposal.
THE PROBLEM
Most people don’t fail at writing a book. They fail before they start—because they never stop to answer the questions that determine whether a book will actually work.
Who is it for?
Why does it matter?
How will readers find it?
This two-day workshop is designed to help you step back, examine your idea carefully, and begin building a roadmap that moves your book from concept to publication.
WHAT YOU’LL LEAVE WITH
A realistic plan for moving forward.
A clearer understanding of whether your idea works as a book
A defined audience for your book
An outline or roadmap for your project
A clearer picture of your author platform
An introduction to book marketing strategy
The beginnings of a book proposal
WHO THIS IS FOR
You don’t need a completed manuscript to participate.
Professionals and entrepreneurs considering writing a nonfiction book
Experts who want to share their knowledge with a wider audience
Writers who have an idea but aren’t sure how to shape it
Anyone curious about how publishing actually works
WORKSHOP MODULES
Two days. Seven Modules. One Clear Plan.
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Stress-test your idea and determine whether it has the foundation needed for a full book.
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Clarify what you want your book to accomplish—professionally and personally.
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Start outlining the structure and content of your book.
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Explore how your experience, knowledge, and perspective position you as the right person to write this book.
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Learn how audience, niche, and positioning influence a book's success.
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Understand the differences between traditional, hybrid, and independent publishing.
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Learn how a book proposal works and why it matters.
WORKSHOP DETAILS
The logistics.
Dates: April 23–24
Day 1: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Day 2: 8:30 AM – Noon
Includes: Continental breakfast both days, a copy of From Pitch to Print
IL STATE RTE 157
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62026
LIMITED SEATS
Reserve Your Spot
This workshop is intentionally small to allow time for discussion and feedback. Secure your place before seats fill up.