Help yourself to a sneak preview

Happy Holidays!

I have been offering workshops in Boston called - Lessons Learned from a 1st Time Author. It's based on my experience writing a book and all the behind the scenes details that are involved.

I received a number of requests to make a CD recording. Voila! It's here!

They are ready to go and can make it in time as a holiday gift. So if you know someone who has always said, "I want to write a book," here's a treat for them.

Details about the CD are below.

Have a wonderful holiday season!

Best - Diane

Comments from those who have attended the workshop ....

"Excellent.  Very helpful."  Dave McGillivray, Race Director for the Boston Marathon

"Well organized, excellent presentation .... It's invaluable, practical information for me as I begin my project." Faith Moore, FMA Events

"Good, practical how to information. I definitely walked with ideas I can put into practice NOW."  Cindy Davies, Boston University

"I'm inspired." Jacqueline Franklin, President, Routes2Market

"One of the most informative programs I have attended." Ken Reed

"It was a great experience sitting in the room with a group of people with a common denominator.  By far underpriced ... " Shlomie Heller, Rebecca's Cafe

"Very informative and interactive presentation with real world experience in first time book writing."  Michelle Keegan, Roving Software

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Author Workshop - 5 Steps to Writing a Book

I'll share my learnings as a first time author. Here are a few things you'll learn:

Getting published:

• Do you need to write the entire book before approaching a publisher or an outline?
• Questions to ask when hiring a literary agent? Do you really need one?
• Should you self publish or target a publishing house?
• What does a publisher look for?
• Questions to ask your editor at the beginning of the project.
• Why the first printing of my book IMMEDIATELY became a collector's item.

Legal:

• Questions to ask before you hire an attorney
• Cost effective ways to protect your intellectual property
• Legal things you need to consider when writing the book

Writing:

• Should you write it yourself or hire a ghost writer?
• Ways to stay on track when writing
• Techniques to get over writer's block
• Do you need to write the entire book before seeking a publisher?
  

Publicity, marketing and sales:

• Marketing efforts you need to consider - press, TV, radio, book signings
• Hiring a PR firm
• Things to consider with your book cover
• Determining which markets will buy your book
• How many books do you give away? How to choose who gets them.
• Should you do readings in bookstores?
• What are "special sales" and how to profit from them?
  

Money:

• The economic aspect of writing a book
• Line items to include in your book writing budget
• What a publisher is looking to make
• How to live as a writer
• What type of an advance will you receive? When?

In addition to the CD, you will receive a weblink where you can download a corresponding PowerPoint and other useful handouts including a line-by-line budget and more.

Introductory price: $39 + $2 for shipping and handling. (For orders in Massachusetts, please add 5% tax.)

To purchase the CD:

Call 888.907.0900 or 617.305.2121 to place your order

Or download the order form and fax back to 617.812.5841

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q:  I'm writing a non-business book.  Will the information apply to me?

A:  Yes, no matter what type of book you want to write, you need to know what is expected from you as an author.  This information will greatly help you negotiate your advance and have your book be a success.

Q:  I want to self-publish and noticed you worked with McGraw-Hill.  Will the information apply?

A:  Self-publishing is a terrific way to get your book out there.  It also means you need to do the inventory, distribution and other aspects in addition to your work as a writer.  At the workshop, you will be provided with some resources if you want to self-publish.

Q:  Does the workshop include a copy of The Networking Survival Guide?

A:  Since some of the attendees already have purchased the book, it will not be included as a part of the workshop.  However, if you would like to purchase one they will be available.

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Diane Darling, Author & Speaker

10 St. James Avenue, 11th Floor | Boston, MA  02116

Web:  www.NetworkingSurvivalGuide.com

Web:  www.DianeDarling.com

Email:  Diane@DianeDarling.com

Phone:  617.305.2121