Picture Book Workshop w/ Luz Maria Mack
Sun, Mar 02
|Zoom
Are you ready to bring your picture book ideas to life? Join Dominican Writers Association for an engaging and informative Picture Books Workshop Series, where you'll learn the essentials of writing, publishing, and marketing children’s books!
Time & Location
Mar 02, 2025, 10:00 AM – Mar 30, 2025, 11:00 AM
Zoom
Details:
Picture Books Publishing Class Schedule
Workshop 1: Writing & Illustrating a Picture Book (March 2nd)
Learn how to craft an engaging picture book with the right word count, pacing, and structure. Explore storytelling techniques, editing, and revision strategies. Understand different illustration styles and how to find the right illustrator. Participants will outline their book ideas and review illustration styles.
Workshop 2: Choosing a Self-Publishing Platform & Budgeting (March 9th)
Discover the best self-publishing platforms and learn how to budget for editing, illustrations, and marketing. Understand pricing strategies, profit margins, and common financial mistakes. Compare print-on-demand vs. offset printing to find the best option for your book. Participants will create a budget plan for their publishing journey.
Workshop 3: Crafting a Winning Pitch Letter (March 16th)
Tickets
Picture Book Course
5 Classes included at a discounted rate.
$450.00Writing & Illustrating
Learn how to craft an engaging picture book with the right word count, pacing, and structure. Explore storytelling techniques, editing, and revision strategies. Understand different illustration styles and how to find the right illustrator. Participants will outline their book ideas and review illustration styles.
$100.00Publishing & Budgeting
Discover the best self-publishing platforms and learn how to budget for editing, illustrations, and marketing. Understand pricing strategies, profit margins, and common financial mistakes. Compare print-on-demand vs. offset printing to find the best option for your book. Participants will create a budget plan for their publishing journey.
$100.00Crafting Pitch Letters
Learn how to write a compelling pitch letter for agents, publishers, bookstores, and media. Understand the key elements of a strong query, including a captivating opening and book summary. Avoid common mistakes and tailor pitches for different submission opportunities. Participants will draft and refine their pitch letters.
$100.00Traditional Publishing
Gain insight into the traditional publishing process, from finding an agent to securing a book deal. Learn what publishers look for in picture books and how advances and royalties work. Compare traditional and self-publishing to determine the best path for your book. Participants will develop a submission plan for their manuscript.
$100.00Promote Your Book
Explore book marketing strategies, including social media, book launches, and school visits. Learn how to collaborate with influencers, bookstores, and media to maximize visibility. Develop a promotional plan using press releases, book trailers, and advertising. Participants will create a marketing strategy for their book.
$100.00
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