The presentation will begin with the three methods of publishing.

Benefits of each will be discussed

Participants will discuss their publishing vehicle and their experience. 

Discuss personal issues with each method

Discuss with the participants what others did to overcome roadblocks to success. 

Conclude with steps to success no matter how you chose to publish your book.

We'll talk about Profitable, Powerful Publicity

Your audience will learn . . .

• what are the distinctions between PR, advertising, and publicity
• how to pitch to show hosts (including radio and television)
  why talk radio programs are looking for you
• what not to do when pitching
• how to get invited back
• and, of course, a lot more . . .

A discussion of how to prepare an audiobook of your work, collaborate with a narrator and/or publisher, and some ideas on how to distribute it. 

Conversation and Q & A

Are you looking to publish your own book but don't know where to start? Discover the key differences between self-publishing, hybrid publishing, and traditional publishing to help you make an informed decision that suits your needs. In this presentation, Laurie Aranda will share her expertise on where or how you can publish your book according to your needs. She will share on the following:

►The difference between traditional publishing and self-publishing.

► How to get your book on Amazon, Kindle and Audible.

► How to keep 100% revenue and ownership of your book.

► The top ways to land a 6-figure advance from a publisher.

Whether your goal is to publish with a big New York publisher like Random House, or be in control of the publishing process yourself (and self-publish, or work with a hybrid publisher), you should know the pros and cons of both options and what is needed to be successful. In this conversation with New York Times bestseller Shirley Jump, who has published both traditionally and self, and has worked on dozens of books for clients who chose both paths, we'll discuss the different publishing models and how you can make the most of whichever decision you make.