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Rapid Book Writing and Publishing (2022 Launch)
Introduction & Orientation
Accessing Course and going through the lectures (After Purchase)
Welcome from Bill- "How to get the most out of this course" (2:46)
Navigating the Course
Orientation for the Course and References to "Coaching Calls" & "Comment Board"
Introduce Yourself
Connect with others in the course for accountability (3:38)
The "Teachable App" option for course access on iPhone/iPad
Rules for the Message/Comment Board
Module 1: Focusing & Positioning
Introduction to Module 1 (0:53)
For Memoir Writers Only (video): Watch This (6:14)
For Fiction Writers Only (video): Watch This (8:45)
1.0- Focusing and Positioning (6:43)
1.1- The Problem (3:01)
1.2- The Promise (1:19)
1.3- The Population (4:17)
1.4- The Prescription (6:09)
1.5- Your Positioning (3:17)
1.6- Your Passion (9:18)
1.7- Your Origin Story (7:17)
1.8- High Concept (2:35)
1.9- Your Title (7:01)
1.10- Your Back Cover Copy (2:54)
Send off for Module 1 (1:47)
Module 1- All Worksheets, Slides, and Audio Files (Condensed in Zip Files)
Module 2: Outlining & Structuring
Introduction to Module 2 (0:43)
2.0- Outlining and Structuring (2:39)
2.1- Generating Content (6:09)
2.2- Outlining (9:27)
2.3- Structuring (6:42)
Module 2 Bonus: "The First Chapter Formula" (2:52)
Send off for Module 2 (0:52)
Module 2- All Worksheets, Slides, and Audio Files (Condensed in Zip Files)
Module 3: Writing Quickly
Introduction to Module 3 (0:50)
3.0- Getting Your Book Written Quickly (5:24)
3.1- Quick Writing 1: "The Five Minute Method" (2:42)
3.2- Quick Writing 2: "The Timed-Writing Method" (1:55)
3.3- "The Non-Stop Non-Edit Method" (2:52)
3.4- "The Index Card Method" (1:49)
3.5- "The Post-It Dictation Method" (3:42)
3.6- "The Scheduled Writing Method" (1:27)
3.7- Finding Your Writing Rituals (5:52)
3.8- One Action Per Day (1:20)
3.9- Blog Your Book (4:36)
3.10- "The Solution-Oriented Method" (3:46)
3.11- "The Promise Accountability Method" (4:20)
3.12- "The Ship Date Method" (4:25)
3.13- Antidotes to Writing Poisons (8:53)
Send off for Module 3 (0:45)
Module 3- All Worksheets, Slides, and Audio Files (Condensed in Zip Files)
Module 4: Writing Well
Introduction to Module 4 (0:50)
4.0- Learning to Write Well (2:12)
4.1- Finding Your Writing Voice (6:13)
4.2- Model on Good Writing (3:03)
4.3- Storytelling (8:43)
4.4- Most Writing is Rewriting (3:16)
Send off for Module 4 (0:22)
Module 4- All Worksheets, Slides, and Audio Files (Condensed in Zip Files)
Module 5: Platform
Introduction to Module 5 (0:33)
5.0- Creating Your Platform (6:50)
5.1- Elements of Platform (4:38)
5.2- Expanding Your Platform (8:28)
5.3- Platform Evidence (1:58)
Send off for Module 5 (0:29)
Module 5- All Worksheets, Slides, and Audio Files (Condensed in Zip Files)
Module 5 Bonus: "Building a Connection and Credibility Page" (12:16)
Module 6: Proposal
Introduction to Module 6 (0:36)
6.0- "Why a Proposal?" (5:16)
6.1- Elements of Proposals (7:16)
6.2- Cover Page (0:48)
6.3- Introduction & Overview (2:28)
6.4- Chapter Summaries (1:22)
6.5- Manuscript Specifications (1:49)
6.6- Platform Statement (1:29)
6.7- Competitive Titles (2:14)
6.8- Marketing Plan (1:34)
6.9- Writing Samples (2:27)
6.10- Platform Evidence (3:26)
Send off for Module 6 (1:05)
Module 6- All Worksheets, Slides, and Audio Files (Condensed in Zip Files)
Module 7: Landing an Agent/Publisher
Introduction to Module 7 (0:35)
7.0- "When Do You Need An Agent?" (4:39)
7.1- How To Find An Agent (5:21)
7.2- Query Letters (5:10)
7.3- How To Land An Agent (5:09)
7.4- Approaching Publishers (3:22)
7.5- Money Issues (9:01)
Send off for Module 7 (0:19)
Module 7- All Worksheets, Slides, and Audio Files (Condensed in Zip Files)
Module 8: Directions for Publication
Introduction to Module 8 (0:36)
8.0- Directions for Publication (12:11)
8.1- Self-Publishing Print Book (6:53)
8.2- Self-Publishing an "E-Book" (6:14)
8.3- Traditional Publishing "Small Press" (3:53)
8.4- Traditional Publishing "Big Press" (4:01)
Modal 8 Bonus: Serializing your book before publication to get feedback
Send off for Module 8 (1:06)
Module 8- All Worksheets, Slides, and Audio Files (Condensed in Zip Files)
Source for e-book and self-published print book templates
Book cover design site
Using "Gumroad" to self-publish
Bonus- Recorded Coaching Session with Bill (2017-2021)
About Recorded Coaching Calls
Recorded Coaching Call- August 8, 2021 (87:49)
Recorded Coaching Call- July 24, 2021 (89:54)
Recorded Coaching Call- June 26, 2021 (91:28)
Recorded Coaching Call- June 19, 2021 (89:49)
Coaching Call Archives (2017 to 2019)
More Bonuses!
Model on Success: Shelle Rose Charvet on getting a book published
Model on Success: Dennis Palumbo on overcoming writer's block
Two non-lawyers talk about copyright and how to avoid getting sued (audio)
How Bill got started writing and publishing books (audio)
For Fiction and Memoir Writers (audio)
Permission request form for use of others' copyrighted material (PDF)
A Friend in The Book Business (e-Book)
The "10 P's" to Getting Your Book Written and Published (PDF)
The 3 Top Reasons Agents and Publishers Reject a Book (audio)
Podcast Interview with Bill - "How to Get Your Book Written and Published"
1st Bonus Mini-Course: "Becoming a Recognized Expert"
The Components of Creating an Expert (14:17)
The "V.I.P. Model" of Becoming a Recognized Expert (8:08)
Building a Connection and Credibility Page (12:16)
2nd Bonus Mini-Course: "Freeing 3+ Hours in Your Week"
Intro to mini-course (8:24)
Systematize (8:29)
Prioritize (4:20)
Automate (9:02)
Record (5:49)
Eliminate (25:52)
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Introduction to Module 5
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