An exclusive three-day intensive with two veteran authors — Sedona, Arizona
Traditional publishing can feel like a world with no door in. How do you find the right literary agent? What makes an effective query letter? What belongs in a compelling nonfiction book proposal? How do you conduct interviews, negotiate archival material, forge a productive working relationship with editors, and navigate the publishing process once you've signed a contract?
Over three days, you'll have direct access to two veteran nonfiction authors with decades of combined experience navigating every stage of the traditional publishing process — from developing book ideas and writing proposals to working with literary agents, editors, publishers, publicists, interview subjects, and even film producers.
You'll leave with a clear understanding of how traditional nonfiction publishing works — and the confidence to navigate it yourself.
Limited to just 12 participants to maximize discussion, access, and meaningful one-on-one interaction throughout the weekend.
Brian Jay Jones is a New York Times bestselling biographer whose subjects include Jim Henson, George Lucas, and Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss). Visit him at brianjayjones.com.
Simon Read is the critically acclaimed author of ten works of history and historic true crime published in 19 languages. His most recent book, Scotland Yard, was selected by The Wall Street Journal as one of its top books for the 2024 holiday season. Visit him at simonreadwriting.com.
Dates, venue details, and pricing will be shared with priority list members first. The first six participants to register will receive an exclusive 10% Founding Cohort discount.
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