Successful self-publishing with Nick Spalding

By The Guardian Masterclasses

Date and time

Saturday, January 23, 2016 · 10am - 1pm GMT

Location

The Guardian

Kings Place 90 York Way London N1 9GU United Kingdom

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Description

A fun evening seminar with Nick Spalding, bestselling author of Fat Chance, with advice on how to improve your writing and self-publish your book

If you’re a writer looking to self-publish your work, don’t miss out on this entertaining masterclass with bestselling comedy author Nick Spalding. In the space of three hours, you’ll receive an overview of the self-publishing landscape and the different options available to you. Plus, you’ll learn how to promote your books and handle the unique pressures of being an author – while keeping a smile on your face. With plenty of time for questions and discussion, it’s the ideal class for writers who want to make their writing better, and improve their chances of publishing success.

Content

  • An overview of the self-publishing landscape – and how your writing might fit into it
  • Information on the different self-publishing platforms
  • Finding a focus for your writing, researching your genre and targeting an audience
  • Questions you should ask yourself before self-publishing your book
  • How to build a digital platform for your work and promote yourself as a writer
  • Invaluable advice on how to deal with the stresses of being a writer – and stay upbeat when the going gets tough
  • How to construct an effective campaign for your self-published book
  • Q&A and discussion

Course preparation

  • This class includes interactive discussions and plenty of time for Q&A – please come prepared with any questions you might have
  • Ahead of the class, you’re also encouraged to think about how self-publishing functions, as well as how it differs from traditional publishing

Tutor profile

Nick Spalding is the bestselling author of six novels and two memoirs. He worked in media and marketing for most of his life before becoming a full-time writer. His books include Love…From Both Sides, Fat Chance and Bricking It. He tweets @NickSpalding.

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Welcome to Guardian Masterclasses – a unique programme of learning embedded within one of the world's most forward-thinking media organisations.

We offer a broad range of short and long courses across a variety of disciplines from creative writing, journalism, photography and design, film and digital media, music and cultural appreciation.

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The programme is aimed at anyone interested in personal or professional development whether that be refining your skills, focusing your ambition or simply broadening your mind and gaining inspiration.

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