Office of Community Education
How to Write and Publish a NovelTaking the First Step
Have you ever thought about awriting a book, but weren't sure how to go about it, or what to do with it when your were finished? This eight week course will give you the tools and know-how to successfully complete a novel and submit it for professional publication. The course is divided into two units exploring all aspects of writing and publication. The first four sessions will cover the fundamentals of writing. The second four sessions will cover all aspects involved in finding a publisher and successfully selling your finished novel.
Topics to be Covered in this class:
The Basics
- Turning your idea into a book
Inetermediate
- Proper manuscript formatting
Advanced
- Submitting, marketing & promotion
In this course you will learn how to:
- Pull your thoughts together for the purpose of writing
- Create the time
- Learn to stay focused
- Develop your character, plot , pace and more
- Learn to write a query letter
- Select a publisher
- Negiotating a contract
| DATES: | Oct. 6, 13, 21, 28, Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2009 |
| TIMES: | 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
| LOCATION: | York College of Pennsylvania, Grantley Hall Rm. 102 |
| COST: | $160 per individual or couple |
To register, call (717) 815-1451 or email ocapd@ycp.edu. (Seating is limited. Please register in advance.)
The instructor for this course is a full-time published author who has won two Bram-Stoker Awards and has published over 20 books.