classes and workshops:
Need a speaker for your next writers’ meeting? How about an in-depth workshop to help your group improve writing skills, marketing techniques, or discover how easy it is to publish your own books?
Choose from several popular topics or request a custom-made presentation to fit the needs of your organization. I have over 15 years experience training writers, with expertise in Self-Publishing, Writing, Blogging, WordPress Websites, Social Media, and Marketing.
My most-requested topics are: (Click on the link to see an overview of each workshop.)
- Write a Good Book (Nonfiction)
- Fiction Writing Workshop
- Build an Author Platform (More information coming soon.)
- Book Launch Blueprint/Book Marketing for Indie Authors
- Self-publishing for Indie Authors
- 15 Must-Haves for Author Websites
- Secrets of the Bestsellers
- Writing Fiction with Scrivener
- Income Streams for Writers
Some of my other presentations include:
Creating Biz Buzz –
Marketing techniques to help you promote your products, your services, and yourself. This presentation gives an overview of the whole marketing picture, from brand development to implementing a marketing game plan.
Creating Compelling Content –
Is anybody reading your content? Are those who are reading your words responding the way you want them to? This presentation shares why it’s important to create compelling content, what makes content compelling, how to break bad habits in your writing, and how to perk up your prose.
Creating Killer Copy –
In marketing, nothing happens until somebody writes something. Whether it’s a quick radio jingle or a long-page sales letter, creating killer copy is a must-have skill for successful promotions. This presentation shares the ABCs of Killer Copy, How to Know and Reach Your Target Audience, Six Things Your Sales Letter Must Have, and more.
Marketing with a Blog –
My most requested presentation shares how to use your most powerful (and most cost-effective) marketing tool – your blog. If your blog isn’t earning its keep, then schedule this presentation so you can learn how to set up, structure and maintain your blog with marketing in mind.
Making the Most of Social Media –
This presentation explains the types of social media, benefits of social media, social media etiquette, how to use social media for marketing, and specific tactics you can implement using the most popular social media platforms.
If you’re interested in requesting more information about any of the above presentations or would like me to prepare a custom topic for your group or event, please complete the form below and I will get in touch with you as soon as possible.