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Beginner's Guide to Getting Published (Live Online)

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Overview

Did you know Stephen King was rejected 75 times before he sold his first novel? If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional publisher, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. 

You will discover how to:

  • become a “published” writer overnight
  • submit manuscripts the correct way
  • find the right publisher for your work
  • write irresistible query letters
  • 100 ways to make money as a freelance writer
  • obtain FREE future Q&A opportunities

If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop is a must! 

Students will receive a .pdf handout emailed to them prior to class, to print and have available during and after class, along with an outlined-version of those materials on-screen during the virtual session.

SPECIAL NOTE: 

The instructor is a journalist, author, agent, publisher, and adjunct online Professor of Publishing for Harvard. Due to the high demand for this guest instructor nationwide, this workshop may only be offered once a year. (2 hours)

 Learning Objectives:

  1. Learn manuscript formatting
  2. Learn query letter do’s and don’ts
  3. Learn to find an agent and publisher

Taught by

Mt. San Antonio College

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