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Series for Aspiring Authors

A Workshop Series for Aspiring Authors

WRITING YOUR BOOK AGENDA

7:00 Opening Remarks by Toastmaster Vesna Ivkovic

7:10 Introduce Presenter Irma Goosen Twila Tayfel

7:15 Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) Irma Goosen

7:35 Q & A

7:45 Introduce Kelly Kaur and Darlene Dafoe Davies

7:50 Traditional creative book writing process

Interactive exercise – Getting started 1

Twila Tayfel

Twila Tayfel

Kelly & Darlene

Seven common stumbling blocks and how to overcome them 2. How to edit and polish your manuscript 3. The power of your words 4

8:35 Q & A

Twila Tayfel

8:50 Closing remarks Vesna Ivkovic

Irma Goosen Using Artificial Intelligence AI

Darlene Dafoe Davies & Kelly Kaur The traditional creative book-writing process

A FEW WRITING RESOURCES

1.WritersCollectiveofCanada https://wcc-cec.org/write-with-us/

2.AlexandraWriterHome.CoursesandContacts https://www.alexandrawriters.org/

3.WritersGuildofAlberta.MembershipandWritingInfo/Courses https://writersguild.ca/

4.WinningWriters(contest,submissions) https://winningwriters.com/

5.WritersinResidence(freewritingcritiquewithwriters) https://writersguild.ca/resources/writer-in-residence/

6.ManuscriptReadingService https://writersguild.ca/programs-services/manuscript-readingservice/

7.AgentsAcceptingSubmissioninCanada https://blog.reedsy.com/literary-agents/ca/

8.BookPublishingCompaniesinCanada https://blog.reedsy.com/publishers/ca/

9.CreativeWritingCourses

MRU https://catalog.mtroyal.ca/preview program.php?catoid=5&poid=650

1. UCalgary https://conted.ucalgary.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.domethod=load &certificateId=8322307

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2. UCalgarydegree https://arts.ucalgary.ca/english/future-students/graduate/creative-writing

“Youdoanawfullotofbadwritinginordertodoanygoodwriting.Incrediblybad.Ithinkit wouldbeveryinterestingtomakeacollectionofsomeoftheworstwritingbygoodwriters.” WilliamS.Burroughs

ChatGPT/OpenAI Playground - Best for general content creation, idea generation, and outlining Great for authors looking for budget-friendly options Link: ChatGPT/OpenAI Playground

1 Jasper AI - A powerful AI tool that assists in writing drafts, generating ideas, and content creation It’s excellent for overcoming writer’s block and quickly producing initial content Link: Jasper AI(Amazon KDP Coaching)(AI Toolbird)

Writesonic - This tool focuses on content creation with SEO integration, making it useful for creating non-fiction that performs well online Link: Writesonic(Kindlepreneur)(AI Toolbird)

Grammarly - Essential for editing and polishing non-fiction work, catching grammar and style issues that improve readability. Link: Grammarly(BrainWaveTrail.com)

- A favorite among writers for organizing research, notes, and drafts all in one place, making it particularly useful for managing non-fiction book projects Link: Scrivener (Amazon KDP Coaching)(BrainWaveTrail.com)

ProWritingAid - Offers comprehensive editing and style checks It’s especially useful for deep analysis of writing quality in non-fiction Link: ProWritingAid (BrainWaveTrail com)

SudoWrite - AI is designed to help with creativity and generate unique writing ideas. Though originally aimed at fiction, it’s very effective for non-fiction brainstorming too. Link: SudoWrite(AI Toolbird)

Hemingway App - Helps make your writing clearer and more concise Great for simplifying complex topics, which is essential in non-fiction writing. Link: Hemingway App (BrainWaveTrail.com)

Evernote - For organizing research and notes across devices, helping you gather and access information easily during the writing process Link: Evernote(BrainWaveTrail com)

Zotero - A free, powerful research tool to collect, organize, and cite your sources, ideal for non-fiction authors managing multiple references Link: Zotero(BrainWaveTrail com)

For more help writing with AI contact Irma at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irma-goosen/

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ONLINE WORKSHOP 2: PUBLISHING YOUR BOOK

A Workshop Series for Aspiring Authors D D 4 4 2 2

October 18 18 2024 7:00PM

DanKostka Writer,Editor,Publisher

7:00 Opening Remarks by Toastmaster Vesna Ivkovic

7:10 Introduce Presenter Dan Kostka Leena Alex 7:15

8:15

8:30

A Workshop Series for Aspiring Authors

PUBLISHING YOUR BOOK

Friesen Press (Cost of Book Editing): https://www.friesenpress.com/blog/2020/04/23/cost-of-book-editing

Writers Guild of Alberta (Tips for Getting Published): https://writersguild.ca/resources/getting-published/

Canadian Authors Association (List of Book Publishers): https://canadianauthors.org/national/canadian-book-publishers/

Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)

(Amazon's self-publishing platform that allows you to publish your eBook or paperback for free.)

Writers’ and Artists

(A guide to traditional publishing, including contact information for agents and publishers)

No One Buys Books

(A sobering article about the economics of publishing

Prestige & credibility

Everything taken care of*

Get money now (advance)*

Distribution in bookstores

Control

More profit per sale

Fast

Ownership of rights

Direct access to readers

Giving up control (cover design, title, content)

Takes long time

Lower profit per book

Hard to break in

Marketing is all on you (time consuming, outside comfort zone, distracts from writing next book)

Upfront costs (editor, cover designer, etc ) Stigma

Challenge of getting physical distribution

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ONLINE WORKSHOP 3: Promoting Your Book A Workshop Series for Aspiring Authors D D 4 4 2 2

Author & Toastmaster

DawnThomas-Cameron Author&Toastmaster

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WORKSHOP #3

PROMOTING YOUR BOOK RESOURCES

STRATEGY & PLANNING

The Book Launch Reedsy Checklist: LINK

A step-by-step guide for planning your book promotion strategy

How to Build a Book Marketing Plan 101: LINK

Jane Friedman provides free insights on creating an effective marketing plan

How to Market a Book (IngramSpark) LINK

The specifics for how to launch your book

SOCIAL MEDIA AND CONTENT MARKETING

Canva LINK

Free graphic design tool for creating visuals for social media and promotions

EMAIL MARKETING

Mailchimp Free Plan LINK

Supports up to 500 contacts and provides email automation for beginner campaigns

MailerLite Free Plan LINK

Allows up to 1,000 subscribers, perfect for building an initial email list and creating campaigns

Substack LINK

A platform for building newsletters, with monetization options through paid subscriptions

Setting Up Book Launch Email Sequences LINK

Tips for setting up email sequences to build anticipation and support your launch

BOOK PROMOTION PLATFORMS

Goodreads Author Program LINK

Join for free and set up your author profile, engaging with readers on Goodreads Amazon Author Central LINK

Free tool for creating an author page on Amazon, providing an easy way to connect with readers

PRESS AND REVIEWS

How to Write a Press Release LINK

Tips for writing and distributing press releases for books

List of Free Book Review Sites LINK

Discover websites that accept books for free reviews to increase visibility

HOLIDAY BOOK FEST

CELEBRATING DISTRICT 42 AUTHORS

AGENDA

AGENDA

1:00 PM – Event Introduction and Welcome

Presenter: Vesna Ivkovic

Kick off the event with a warm welcome, an overview of the agenda, and acknowledgments of contributors and attendees

1:10 PM – Meet the Authors: Introductions

Presenter: Twila Tayfel

Introduce the featured authors, highlighting their unique stories and accomplishments.

1:20 PM – Author Readings

Presented by: Authors

Enjoy selected readings as each author showcases excerpts from their work

1:55 PM – Interactive Q&A with the Audience

Facilitator: Twila Tayfel

Engage attendees with an open Q&A session, allowing for deeper insights into the authors’ work and creative journeys.

2:20 PM – Door Prize Draw

Presenter: Tzonka Bouklieva

Excite attendees with a lively door prize draw and distribute prizes to the winners.

2:30 PM – Author Meet & Greet with Book Sale

Guests have the opportunity to network, connect, and chat with the authors in a relaxed and informal setting Authors will have their books available for purchase, making it a perfect opportunity for attendees to get signed copies.

2:55 PM – Closing Remarks and Thank You

Presenter: Vesna Ivkovic

Wrap up the event with gratitude, final reflections, and any last announcements

Album Photo Album

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Irma Goosen
Darlene Dafoe Davies
Kelly Kaur Dawn Thomas-Cameron
Dan Kostka
Leena Alex
Irma Goosen
Darlene Dafoe Davies
Kelly Kaur
Dawn Thomas-Cameron
Dan Kostka
Leena Alex

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