The most authoritative class available for writers and authors of all genres and professionals wanting to learn the business of writing and publishing.
About the Class
We all have at least one book in us. But navigating the publishing phase stops many writers from either starting or finishing their book. The truth is publishing is a business and it’s essential to learn how it works if you want to be a (successful) author. I’m here to guide you through it.
I’ve compiled twelve years in publishing, my experience as a publishing and entertainment attorney, and the most common questions I get from clients into this comprehensive class that gives you the nuts and bolts of what you need to learn the business of writing and publishing.
Let me help you publish your story!
-Tisha
Finally… one class that answers all your questions!
At what point should I reach out to agents?
How do I get an agent?
What’s the best resource for finding agents and publishers?
Do I need a book proposal?
What’s the difference between self-publishing and hybrid publishing?
How does print-on-demand (POD) work and what’s the difference in traditional printing?
How much should an advance be? What are the typical royalties?
What should I be aware of in publishing contracts?
Do I need to worry about getting sued for my memoir?
When should I file a copyright?
What is fair use and what copyright material can I include?
Do I need to start an LLC to publish my book?
Can I include photos in my book?
Topics Covered
Writing a book is primarily about craft, but you must also know the rules to play the publishing game. This class covers all business aspects of publishing for all genres.
Part I:
Down the Publishing Path
Making a decision about your publishing path is paramount because each option requires something different and also earlier in the process than you might think. Tisha will cover the differences between self-publishing, hybrid, and traditional publishing, and what you need for each publishing model, including whether you need an agent and how to get one.
Part II:
Agents, Publishers, and Contracts
The devil is in the detail when it comes to signing on the dotted line. Tisha will walk you through the most common publishing pitfalls so that your publishing dream doesn’t turn into a publishing nightmare. This includes agreements with agents, hybrid publishers, service contractors, and traditional publishers.
Part III:
Legal Considerations in Publishing
Learn what red flags to be aware of in terms of defamation, privacy rights, copyright and trademark infringements. Tisha will cover other business considerations for your author business, such as filing a copyright, LLCs, and what’s the deal with AI.