Course Syllabus

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Course Description

Getting a book published can be one of the most exciting things you will ever do. It can also be one of the most frustrating. Not only is the book industry incredibly specific about how they want you to go about approaching editors, literary agents, and other publishing professionals, but you have to compete with thousands of other aspiring authors.

 

This course will explore what you need to do to transition from a completed manuscript or nonfiction book idea to book publication, including traditional avenues, options in self-publication, and even ebook applications. It includes everything you need to know about crafting the perfect query letter, creating a nonfiction book proposal, and even what to do in the face of rejection letters. With a comprehensive list of resources to top it all off, there is no better place to turn for learning how to get your book on the shelves and into the hands of readers.

 
 
  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe the details of preparing a work for publication.
  • Summarize the role and purpose of Literary Agents.
  • Describe the procedures to landing an agent.
  • Demonstrate writing a fiction query.
  • Distinguish the differences between big publishing houses and small publisher.
  • Summarize the techniques used to better handle rejection.
  • Describe the pros and cons of self-publishing.
  • Determine whether or not e-books is right for your publication.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 
 

Assessment Guide

Assessment Points
Lesson 1 Assignment 20 points
An Introduction 5 points
Quiz for Lesson 1: Getting Ready for Publication 10 points
Lesson 2 Assignment 25 points
Quiz for Lesson 2: Literary Agents 10 points
Lesson 3 Assignment 30 points
Quiz for Lesson 3: Landing an Agent 9 points
Lesson 4 Assignment 20 points
Quiz for Lesson 4: Crafting a Fiction Query 10 points
Lesson 5 Assignment 35 points
Quiz for Lesson 5: The Nonfiction Process 10 points
Lesson 6 Assignment 20 points
Quiz for Lesson 6: Big Publishing Houses 10 points
Lesson 7 Assignment 30 points
Quiz for Lesson 7: Small Publishers 10 points
Lesson 8 Assignment 25 points
Quiz for Lesson 8: Handling Rejection 10 points
Lesson 9 Assignment 20 points
Quiz for Lesson 9: Getting Noticed in the Book Community 10 points
Lesson 10 Assignment 25 points
Quiz for Lesson 10: About Self-Publication 10 points
Lesson 11 Assignment 20 points
Quiz for Lesson 11: The Realities of Self-Publishing 10 points
Lesson 12 Assignment 20 points
Quiz for Lesson 12: eBooks 9 points
The Final Exam 59 points