Nonfiction Writers Conference
We are thrilled to bring you a special opening keynote session with an incredible New York Times bestselling author and speaker. But, there’s a catch. We’re keeping the details a surprise. So, here’s the deal: We’re not going to reveal the identity of the speaker...
In this highly practical course, ghostwriter and book coach Stacy Ennis will cover how to form a writing routine; protect your creative time; set writing goals; and calendar your book-writing process to encourage success. Attendees will receive a free download...
In this session, literary agent Jeff Kleinman will discuss the current state of the publishing industry, what agents are looking for, what mistakes to avoid, and how to land a book deal. Jeff Kleinman is a literary agent, intellectual property attorney, and founding...
You’re an expert at your craft and you excel at strategy. But, expertise does not always translate into being able to present that knowledge effectively, entertainingly and persuasively. In this session, Michael Port, NY Times and WSJ bestselling author of Book...
Copyright protects the expression of an idea, but not the idea itself. Nor does it protect the facts that make up the idea. So just how does copyright work to the benefit of nonfiction writers, writers for whom the substance of their work is in the facts? In this...
One of the biggest buzzwords today is "influencer," which essentially means someone who influences an audience. As an author, your platform is your influence--and it can lead to profitable opportunities. And because only a small percentage of authors earn a living...
We will cover how to broaden and strengthen your audience reach on the world’s largest social media sites by sharing content that leaves your audience wanting more. Corey Perlman has been in the field of digital marketing for over 15 years. He began his career with...
Today, self-published titles are rivaling their traditional counterparts on every front—from editorial quality, to design, to production value. And the truth is, they must if indie authors want to be taken seriously by industry folks, like booksellers, librarians,...
Putting together a content marketing strategy can be an incredibly daunting task. With so many elements and moving parts, it can be difficult to know what elements to include, how much detail to explore and who to involve. In this presentation, we'll walk through a...
Today’s most successful author is one who can write, present, and compute. Gather with your peers online to learn from a nationally recognized nonfiction book publicist what she sees as requirements for modern book promotion. We will discuss The 3 essential elements...
The ability to talk about your book in a focused, engaging and audience-centric way is a must-have skill in the writing industry. It requires focusing on the essentials, structuring it properly, and then presenting it in a way that is most relevant to your audience. ...
Have you ever asked yourself why Amazon shows certain books when you type something into their website? Why does one book show up at the top and others below it? As a writer understanding this can be difference between being discovered or failing. As a matter of...
Audio book sales are the fastest growing format in book publishing, climbing 38% in 2016. The availability of audio books on smartphones, in smart cars, and through new devices such as Amazon's Echo are dramatically increasing listening. Discover why there has never...
Phil is Founder and COO of Main Street ROI. Phil leads the company’s operations and is primary creator of Main Street ROI’s training programs. Phil is an expert in online advertising, marketing analytics, and sales funnel optimization. Phil’s marketing thought...
No longer a trendy newcomer, Instagram has serious applications in both personal and business use. With over 400 million active monthly users, it’s time to pay attention. In this session Karen Clark will teach you how to create the very best Instagram presence for you...