Description
Demystify the proposal process.
To publish a nonfiction book, you need to write a book proposal, which conveys important information about you and your book to agents and editors. Constructing a proposal can be a daunting task that involves skills writers might not be used to or interested in, such as self-promotion, marketing, and demonstrating why you are the perfect person to write your book.
During this workshop, you learn what is typically included in a book proposal and review sample proposals. Come with your idea for a book and leave several steps closer to bringing the book to life, with not only the beginnings of a book proposal draft, but also the confidence to finish and submit it.
Meet Your Instructor: Kerri Sullivan
Kerri Sullivan is a writer, librarian, and the editor of the anthology New Jersey Fan Club: Artists & Writers Celebrate the Garden State (Rutgers University Press). Her writing has appeared in McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, Podcast Review, The Billfold, and elsewhere.
“I sold my book to a publisher on a proposal that took me years to write. For me, the process was kind of lonely–I had to figure a lot out on my own using books and online resources–but in the end, I really enjoyed the process of creating a book proposal. I’m excited to share what I learned during my process within a community of writers.”
Kerri was a guest on PWN’s Debut Review weekly podcast. Listen to her episode “Reading This Book on Trains” on Apple & Spotify.
Project Write Now offers no refunds or credits once registered, except in the unfortunate case a class or event is cancelled. We reserve the right to change instructors if necessary. We reserve the right to cancel, postpone, or reschedule any class, workshop, or event because of low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us at info@projectwritenow.org or call 908.675.0467 for more information. Please note that when you register for a class you are reserving one of a limited number of spots available. Your registration also counts toward our consideration of class minimums.
Our organization was founded to help amplify the voices of those who are often not heard—including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQIA+ individuals, and other historically marginalized groups. We have witnessed how writing and sharing stories has the power to effect change by generating greater love, compassion, and empathy in the listener. In all of our programs, we provide an inclusive, supportive, and welcoming environment. We do not tolerate writing that perpetuates harmful stereotypes or fuels hate. Failure to align with our philosophy can result in your removal from class.
