Editorial Management I: Acquisition to Publication

WRITING X 452.1

Learn how a manuscript becomes a book in this foundational course for editors and writers, especially those considering self-publishing.

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Online
Live Online
Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Learn how editors select which manuscripts to publish
  • Understand how metadata drives book sales at online retailers
  • Get a sense of how publishers plan and structure book tours
  • Get a firsthand view of how publishers turn submissions into books

About this course:

The process from written manuscript to published book is more complicated than most authors and newer publishing professionals expect. From what to look for in acquisitions to how to use metadata to your advantage to booking a successful author tour, this course covers everything that an author and publisher should expect from reading manuscripts to the actual publication date. By the end of the course, you understand how an editor turns an author’s manuscript into a saleable product.

Summer 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
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Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Brian Farrey-Latz
398232
Fee:
$720.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required live class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 17, 2024
Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

(Optional) THE CHICAGO MANUAL OF STYLE by THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO PRESS EDITORIAL STAFF
(Optional) THE SUBVERSIVE COPY EDITOR, SECOND EDITION : ADVICE FROM CHICAGO by SALLER, CAROL FISHER

Fall 2024 Schedule

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Monday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens July 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Kate Gale
399518
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meeting November 11. Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 14, 2024
Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Schedule
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Date
Time
Location
Online
Mon Sep 30, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Oct 7, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Oct 14, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Oct 21, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Oct 28, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Nov 4, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Nov 18, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Nov 25, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Dec 2, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Mon Dec 9, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

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