Think you’ve got what it takes to become an author? (Or-)well why don’t you re-Joyce, go Wilde and get the ball Rowling with today’s boo-King marvellous deal…
We're offering you a ticket to The London Literature Festival workshop on 26th September 2016 or The London Book Fair workshop on 13th March 2016 for just £24, saving you 63% off The Author School’s price of £65.
Harry Potter was rejected multiples times, and Fifty Shades was merely The Twilight Saga’s fan fiction… every novel has potential - all it takes is multiple cups of coffee, a lot of ambition and a little help from today’s deal. Head down to the CitizenM Hotel in London Bankside on 26th September and enjoy a day of back to back workshops in preparation for The London Literature Festival Special Edition. These classes aim to equip you to create an amazing book as well as prepare you for the festival taking place 5th-16th October 2016. This creative workshop will have you thinking out of the box and in creative ways to market your book. You may even get the chance to pitch your book to top director and literary agent, Madeleine Milburn, as well as get tips from her on how to pitch your book to agents. Brilliant!
Timetable
- 10.30am-11.15am: Editing, book doctor and critique - Guest speaker: Editor, Wendy Yorke
- 11.15am-12.30pm: How to approach a literary agent - Guest speaker: Madeleine Milburn, Director and Literary Agent at Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency
- 1.15pm-2pm: Different publishing options: Traditional - Guest speaker: Publisher Matthew Smith, founder of Urbane Publishing
- 2pm-2.45pm: Different publishing options: Self-publishing - Guest speaker: Publisher Ian Mason, founder of Echo Books
- 2.45pm-3.15pm: Marketing, branding, cover design and image - Speaker: Co-founder, Children & YA Author Abiola Bello
- 3.15pm-4pm: Book launch, social media and publicity strategies - Speaker: Co-founder, Book PR Helen Lewis
- 4pm-4.45pm: Bonus class, Book to film - Guest speaker: Philippa Donovan
- 4.45pm-5pm: Q&A
Can’t make it in September? Get your ticket to The London Book Fair workshop on 13th March 2017 and enjoy five back to back classes. Learn how to self-publish a book successfully as well as understand your options regarding the more traditional route to publishing. You will also be taught how to get your manuscript into the hands of top literacy agents, the secret tips on how to market your book successfully without breaking the bank, and much more! The class also features a special guest speaker to provide additional insight and advice, from literacy agents to publishers, editors and bloggers. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a debut writer, The Author School has something for everyone.
