LLA0032 - What to Expect When You're Expecting...to Write a Book
Course Description
If you’ve always wanted to write a book but didn’t know where to start, this is the class for you! Learn how to transform your ideas into reality. Even if you’re not quite sure what you want to write, exercises will help you brainstorm ideas and options. During this self-paced overview, you’ll explore the writing journey from concept to writing to publishing and beyond. Know what to expect, what will be expected of you, and how to start planning your path toward becoming a published author.
Explore the writing journey from concept to writing to publishing and beyond
Notes
This is a self-paced course. Students are responsible for completing the modules independently. Limited instructor support is available, with up to 30 minutes allotted for email correspondence and virtual meetings as needed.
Testimonials
"It was a pleasure to attend your workshop on what to expect when expecting to write a book! My wife and I both thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you so much for the good push to move things along with the stories we have been struggling to prioritize writing. We are both aiming to make some big strides in the near future." A.A.
"This class has been helpful and very practical." E.K.
Laura Ehrke is an award-winning novelist, blogger, marketing specialist and writing coach. Her education includes studying British literature and poetry at Oxford University, a bachelor’s degree in communications from DePaul University and a master’s degree in liberal arts from the University of Chicago, with supplemental graduate coursework in writing at Northwestern University. As an author, Laura has been featured at several events, including Comic Con, Pop Culture Con, the University of Chicago Liberal Arts Panel, NaNoWriMo forums, and library programs. She brings her passion for writing into her courses, inspiring students to have fun while developing their creativity and writing skills. Laura was recently awarded the Excellence in Arts: Outstanding Educator Award by the Barrington Cultural Commission.