Lesson 1.1 – Why You Can And SHOULD Become A Successful Author

This lesson is your introduction to Authors University and to the process of becoming a highly successful author. Read more

Lesson 1.2 – What You Will Learn In Authors University

This lesson is an overview of what to expect as a Member of Authors University, both through the duration of the course itself, and the ongoing benefits of membership. Read more

Lesson 1.3 – The Benefits of Becoming An Author

Here John and Anita discuss the many benefits of becoming a published author. Some of these you may have expected, but there are many unanticipated benefits of authorship that probably have not occurred to you. Read more

Lesson 1.4 – Author Success Stories

This lesson discusses the success stories of several authors  –  some who had never attempted to write until they followed the guidance John Harricharan offers in this writing course  –  and others who are world famous, international bestselling authors. Read more

Lesson 1.5 – Often-Missed Essentials To Consider About Becoming An Author

In this segment you’ll discover how becoming a successful author is within the reach of practically ANYONE who wants to write a book. Topics covered by John Harricharan and Anita Bergen include:

• Overcoming myths
• Misleading reasons for becoming an author
• How to “plug in” to the program, and
• Inspiration: the unseen essential to being a successful author Read more

Lesson 1.6 – Publishing With Major Publishing Houses

This session covers information on the traditional model of publishing with the major publishing firms. We’ll discuss several topics, including:

• Lead times
• Advances
• Royalties
• Payment terms
• Distribution
• Publicity and promotion.

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Lesson 1.7 – Publishing With Small Press Publishers

Continuing on the subject of Publishing, this session will discuss the topic of Small Press Publishers.

John and Anita explore the pros and cons of using a small publisher and examine the stories of several well-known authors who began with small publishers and later went on to be published by major publishing houses.

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Lesson 1.8 – Important Viable Publishing Alternatives

This session explores many additional types of publishing, including the  ins and outs of:

• Vanity or Subsidy publishing
• Self-Publishing
• E-Publishing, and
• POD (Print on Demand)

Kindle, Espresso, BookSurge and Lightning Source will also be discussed in detail.

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