ALL NEW-- Book Writing for Therapists and Healthcare Professionals

(Live 1-Day Workshop-- Limited enrollment)

Description:

Have you ever wanted to write a book or workbook? Do you have an important self-help message, program, or clinical expertise to share? You don't have to wait another day to start working on your book!

In this informative and creative workshop, you will learn how to bring your expertise and passion to print. You will discover the necessary elements for writing a successful book or workbook, including writing a compelling proposal, getting an agent, the keys to designing a solid book structure, and selling your book to a publisher (or self-publishing).

This 1-day workshop will answer your questions and get you moving toward making your dream of a book a reality. This workshop also includes valuable time to brainstorm with others as you refine your book concept and get useful input.

Donald Altman, M.A., LPC is a counselor and an EMMY-Award winning writer who has written and published 11 books in a prolific writing career that has spanned film, TV, books, articles, and also blogs for Martha Stewart's website. His last book, The Mindfulness Code was named "One of the Best Spiritual Books of 2010."

In this informative and supportive workshop, Donald will show you how to:

Nourish and Nurture Your Book

  • Creativity Builders- Learn quick methods for trusting your creative impulses and finding supportive persons as you pursue your quest.
  • Title and TOC- Discover how create a book title and table of contents that increase interest in your book and create an engaging and workable book structure.
  • Avoid the Nay-Sayers- Learn how to set boundaries that help you stay away from creativity killers and enthusiasm slayers.

Use the "4-Ps" to create a powerful, focused, and publishing worthy, book

  • The Premise- The premise of your book is its foundation. Learn how to create a focused premise that you can build the rest of your book around.
  • The Promise- The promise is what you are offering your readers. A targeted promise gets readers involved quickly and motivates them to buy and read your book.
  • The Purpose- You need to know the purpose of your book in order to differentiate it from other books in the marketplace and to help you define what makes your book special and of interest to publishers.
  • The Platform- Every author in the 21st century needs to understand how to create a platform that hinges on their expertise and which will let publishers recognize your potential to maximize sales and to reach your audience.

Write a Impactful, Page-Turning Book Proposal

Publishers and agents will measure your book by its proposal. Learn the elements of a powerful proposal, including:

  • Elements- Find out what elements ABSOLUTELY have to be in your proposal.
  • Marketing- Learn how to create a marketing plan that will utilize your contacts.
  • Overview- Get publishers interested by crafting a clear and concise overview of your book.
  • Competitive Comparison- How to provide a quick and easy comparison of your book to others in the marketplace.
  • Writing Samples- Learn what publishers and agents expect to see in terms of actual writing from your book.
  • Book Proposal Examples- As part of this workshop, you will receive handouts of actual book proposals.

Choose between Self-Publishing or a Publisher

  • Options and Advantages of Self-Publishing- Learn about options for self-publishing, including digital publishing. Learn about associations focused on helping self-publishers/small publishers; library market sales. Discover how to make your book "library worthy".
  • Options and Advantages of finding a Publisher- What to expect when working with a publisher; how to find publishers. Learn about the possibility of getting foreign rights with publishers; how do royalties work?
  • Literary Agents- How important is it to have an agent? How do you find a literary agent? I

If you have a book or workbook idea, now is the time to take the next step and learn how to be effective in moving your idea forward! You CAN do it, and I look forward to providing you with a road map to help you make your writing dreams become a reality.

Date/Time: August 6, 2011, Saturday, 9am-4pm. (Lunch from 12-1)

Location: West Linn Counseling Offices, 1684 Willamette Falls Dr., West Linn, OR

Space is limited! Save your spot by registering now:)

Fee: $110.00 and includes handouts and a catered lunch.

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