This archived course is no longer updated and some sections may be out of date.
Please do your own research – especially regarding crowdfunding platforms. They have changed dramatically since writing this course. Indiegogo no longer allows for flexible funding for example. Other platforms change as well and I have moved on to other projects.
I’m leaving up these posts as an archive documenting my self publishing process for my first book. Browse my blog for more up to date posts about self publishing.
I originally created this course for paid subscribers. After one year I decided to remove the paywall. If you’d like to support my work you can pledge as little as $5 a month. Paid supporters get snail mail zines from me (in your actual real life mailbox) once a month.
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Transcripts
Each module includes a short podcast.
If you need transcripts download them below.
Part One (Making the Book)
This first half of the course will take you from the reflective space after writing a book through the publishing process for physical books, ebooks, and audiobooks.
Each module will have a short podcast. You can listen or tap transcript to read. I’ll also include a short summary with some reflection prompts and links to any resources I might have mentioned in the module.
Part Two (Selling the Book)
This module will cover the process of selling your book and telling people that it exists.
Part 3 (Crowdfunding)
Here’s a separate course for crowdfunding any creative project.
Guest Speakers
This section includes modules by guest speakers sharing their own expertise and experience in the realm of book publishing.
Please reach out if you’d like to contribute a video or podcast.
Author Spotlights
Bonus Material
I’ll keep this page updated with resources you may find useful.