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SUMMARY:Marketing Your Book to Success: Before\, During & After Publication
DESCRIPTION:A live intensive workshop for authors who want to create a smart\, strategic marketing plan that helps their book gain visibility\, momentum\, and sales before\, during\, and long after publication. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, June 7\, 2026 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM PT \n\n\n\nVIP In-Person Experience at &Co.200–1575 W Georgia St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6G 2V3 \n\n\n\nVirtual Attendance Availablevia Zoom \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Seat\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Virtual Access\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn proven book marketing strategies\n\n\n\nBuild a real marketing plan you can execute\n\n\n\nDiscover what actually works before\, during & after publication\n\n\n\nUnderstand online + offline visibility strategies\n\n\n\nLimited VIP in-person seating available\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAuthors Know Marketing Matters.\n\n\n\nMost Just Don’t Know Where to Start.\n\n\n\nAuthors know that marketing their books is 100% their responsibility — but most don’t have the skillset or knowledge to create a winning marketing plan for their project. \n\n\n\nThe truth is: everybody would like to have a plan that works\, but getting it written\, done\, and executed properly out in the marketplace to attract attention and grow your sales can seem like it will take years. \n\n\n\nIt’s time to build a plan to successfully market your book that can save you time\, energy\, and money — and help ensure you get results during the most pivotal stages of your publishing journey. \n\n\n\nIn this live workshop\, Jennifer S. Wilkov\, founder of Your Book Is Your Hook™\, will show you how to master the art of determining what belongs in your marketing platform — and what doesn’t — before\, during\, and after your book has been published. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed to help you stop guessing and start building a strategic marketing approach that supports your book’s long-term success. \n\n\n\n• Set Meaningful Marketing Goals \n\n\n\nLearn how to create a marketing roadmap before you start executing so your efforts are aligned with the outcomes you actually want. \n\n\n\n• Build Awareness Online \n\n\n\nDiscover how to use digital marketing strategies to leverage the internet\, grow visibility\, and increase sales before\, during\, and after publication. \n\n\n\n• Use Proven Offline Strategies \n\n\n\nExplore practical techniques to get your message out beyond social media and connect with audiences in meaningful ways. \n\n\n\n• Measure What’s Working \n\n\n\nUnderstand how to track your results\, evaluate performance\, and make smart adjustments that keep your momentum moving forward. \n\n\n\n•Take Control of Your Book Marketing \n\n\n\nLearn fool-proof ways to simplify and strengthen your marketing efforts so you can confidently support your project’s success. \n\n\n\nThis Workshop Is Perfect For:\n\n\n\n✔ First-time authors preparing for publication✔ Published authors who feel overwhelmed by marketing✔ Fiction and nonfiction writers✔ Self-published and traditionally published authors✔ Authors building their platform and visibility✔ Writers who want a realistic marketing strategy✔ Experts\, entrepreneurs\, and thought leaders with books✔ Authors who want to grow awareness and sales long-term \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBONUS LIVE SESSION:\n\n\n\nAsk Me Anything About Publishing\n\n\n\nAn exclusive 30-minute extended Q&A session included with your registration. \n\n\n\nAt the end of the workshop\, attendees will receive access to a special live “Ask Me Anything” session with Jennifer S. Wilkov focused on: \n\n\n\n\n\n• What was discussed at the Vancouver International Publishing Conference\n\n\n\n• Current trends in publishing\n\n\n\n• Traditional publishing\n\n\n\n• Self-publishing\n\n\n\n• Hybrid publishing\n\n\n\n• Literary agents\n\n\n\n• Marketing and publicity\n\n\n\n• Building your author platform\n\n\n\n• Film\, television & streaming opportunities\n\n\n\n• What publishers are looking for\n\n\n\n• And absolutely anything else about the publishing process\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is your opportunity to ask candid questions and receive direct insight from someone who has spent decades helping writers navigate the publishing industry. \n\n\n\n\nBONUS SESSION INCLUDED30-Minute Live AMAAvailable to BOTH VIP and Virtual attendees \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChoose Your Experience\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVIP In-Person Ticket\n\n\n\n$406.62 CAN | $297 U.S.\n\n\n\n&Co. 200–1575 W Georgia St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6G 2V3 \n\n\n\nIncludes:\n\n\n\n\n⬝ Live in-person workshop experience\n\n\n\n⬝ Direct interaction and networking opportunities\n\n\n\n⬝ Interactive learning environment\n\n\n\n⬝ Workshop materials\n\n\n\n⬝ Q&A access\n\n\n\n⬝ Limited seating for a more personalized experience\n\n\n\n\nIMPORTANT:\n\n\n\nOnly 30 VIP seats available. \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Seat\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirtual Zoom Ticket (VIP)\n\n\n\nVIP Virtual = $269.60 CAN | $197 U.S.\n\n\n\nVirtual Zoom Ticket (Basic)\n\n\n\nVIP Virtual = $135.43 CAN | $99 U.S.\n\n\n\nAttend Live from Anywhere \n\n\n\nIncludes:\n\n\n\n\nFull live Zoom access\n\n\n\nReal-time workshop participation\n\n\n\nDigital workshop experience\n\n\n\nQ&A access\n\n\n\nZoom link delivered after registration\n\n\n\n\nIMPORTANT:\n\n\n\nOnly 25 VIP Virtual seats available &50 virtual seats available \n\n\n\n\nGet Virtual Access\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Me\n\n\n\nWho I Am & Why I Offer This Clinic\n\n\n\nWith more than 20 years in publishing\, I am a multi #1 international\, best-selling\, award-winning author; an award-winning freelance writer\, a professional developmental editor (EFA)\, and a sought-after book and business consultant. As The Literary Agent Matchmaker(TM)\, I know what it takes to present a winning query that sells your story so you can catch a literary agent’s eye with it. \n\n\n\nI support first-time writers and seasoned authors with the essentials for writing a bestseller: a great project\, a strong platform and a well-polished pitch\, presentation and hook for their book or project. I provide guidance for the writing\, editing\, getting published/produced and marketing of their book ideas and projects as well as the building of their platform to raise their visibility to readers/viewers\, Hollywood\, and the media. \n\n\n\nI have spoken and taught at major industry events including the Writers Guild of America East\, New York Women In Film & Television\, Chelsea Film Festival\, Writers Digest Annual Conference\, Writers Digest Novel Writing Conference\, Thrillerfest\, RT Booklovers Convention\, Book Expo America\, New York Center for Independent Publishing\, the American Society of Journalists and Authors\, New York Public Library\, Brooklyn Public Library\, NYC Screenwriters\, Writers For New Orleans Writers Conference with Heather Graham\, and others. \n\n\n\n\n\nJennifer S. Wilkov\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTrusted by Authors\, Literary Professionals & Entertainment Industry Leaders \n\n\n\nWhat Industry Leaders & Authors Are Saying\n\n\n\n“Jennifer takes the mystery out of publishing!”~ Ken Caillat\, Published AuthorGrammy-Award Winning Music Co-Producer for Fleetwood Mac\, Colbie Caillat and othersMaking Rumours: The Inside Story of the Classic Fleetwood Mac Album \n\n\n\n“I want you to be the ‘general’ of all my publishing pursuits — nonfiction and fiction!”~ Bruce Stachenfeld\, Published AuthorChairman of the Board & Co-Founder\, Adler & StachenfeldIf You Want To Get Rich\, Build a Power Niche \n\n\n\n“Today writers need to be fully prepared BEFORE they enter the competitive literary marketplace. Providing developmental coaching for their projects and detailed attention to marketing their work\, Your Book Is Your Hook services really maximize the chances for their success.”~ Katharine SandsLiterary Agent at Sarah Jane Freymann Literary AgencyMaking the Perfect Pitch: How to Catch a Literary Agent’s Eye \n\n\n\n“Writing a book is tough enough\, now try to market it. Creator of ‘Your Book Is Your Hook’ Jennifer S. Wilkov takes the fear and anxiety out of writing and marketing. No matter what stage you are in with your career\, Jennifer has the knowledge and ability to take you to the next level and beyond.”~ John RaabCEO & Publisher of Suspense Magazine \n\n\n\n“Your Book Is Your Hook provides writers with the marketable tools to help their writing stand out to those of us looking for content. Through Jennifer’s vast knowledge of the publishing world\, writers learn what it takes to have a unique voice in the literary marketplace — the most invaluable asset to any author.”~ Lane Shefter BishopCEO of Vast EntertainmentHollywood Multi Award-Winning Producer & Emmy Award-Winning Director & Showrunner \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n    Will this workshop be recorded?\n    \n      VIP In-Person and VIP Virtual registrants will have access to the recording through Dec. 31\, 2026.\n    \n  \n\n  \n    Is this for fiction or nonfiction authors?\n    \n      Both. The strategies taught apply to authors across genres and publishing paths.\n    \n  \n\n  \n    Do I need a published book already?\n    \n      No. This workshop is designed for authors before\, during\, and after publication.\n    \n  \n\n  \n    How will I receive the Zoom link?\n    \n      Virtual attendees will receive the Zoom access information after registration is completed.\n    \n  \n\n  \n    Is the VIP ticket limited?\n    \n      Yes. VIP in-person seating is limited to 30 seats. VIP Virtual seats are limited to 25.\n    \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour Book Deserves a Marketing Plan That Works.\n\n\n\nStop guessing your way through book marketing. \n\n\n\nLearn how to strategically position\, market\, and support your book before publication\, during launch\, and long after your release date. \n\n\n\nJoin Jennifer S. Wilkov live for this powerful workshop experience. \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Seat\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Virtual Access\n\n\n\n\nStop Trying to Figure Out Book Marketing Alone\n\n\n\nMost authors waste time\, money\, and energy trying random marketing tactics that don’t create lasting visibility or sales. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will help you understand: \n\n\n\n\n⬝ what actually matters\,\n\n\n\n⬝ what’s worth your time\,\n\n\n\n⬝ what belongs in your platform\,\n\n\n\n⬝ and how to build a marketing strategy that supports your book long-term.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhether you are preparing for publication or trying to reignite momentum after launch\, this workshop will help you create a smarter path forward. \n\n\n\nticket section     \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is your cancellation policy?\n\n\n\nRegistrants will have until ten days before their registered webinar date to cancel their registration and receive a full refund. Cancellations within ten days of the registration date require written notification and are subject to a 50% cancellation fee. Please contact us at yourbookisyourhook@gmail.com to inform us of the cancellation. All refunds will be made back to the original credit card used to register. Refunds after the registered workshop date will not be made.
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SUMMARY:Query Letter Clinic: How to Write a Winning Query Letter That Gets Manuscript Requests
DESCRIPTION:Clinic with Live Q&A\n\n\n\nStart writing and completing the query that’s right for your book that you can submit with confidence and pride. \n\n\n\n\n• Where to begin\n\n\n\n• What needs to be included in each section – and what doesn’t\n\n\n\n• The best way to present each section to elevate your book idea\n\n\n\n• Secrets for how to craft the hook for your book (hint: it’s not your story)\n\n\n\n• Top strategies for making your query stand out\n\n\n\n\nStop copying other people’s query letters that aren’t written for books like yours. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Me\n\n\n\nWho I Am & Why I Offer This Clinic\n\n\n\nWith more than 20 years in publishing\, I am a multi #1 international\, best-selling\, award-winning author; an award-winning freelance writer\, a professional developmental editor (EFA)\, and a sought-after book and business consultant. As The Literary Agent Matchmaker(TM)\, I know what it takes to present a winning query that sells your story so you can catch a literary agent’s eye with it. \n\n\n\nI support first-time writers and seasoned authors with the essentials for writing a bestseller: a great project\, a strong platform and a well-polished pitch\, presentation and hook for their book or project. I provide guidance for the writing\, editing\, getting published/produced and marketing of their book ideas and projects as well as the building of their platform to raise their visibility to readers/viewers\, Hollywood\, and the media. \n\n\n\nI have spoken and taught at major industry events including the Writers Guild of America East\, New York Women In Film & Television\, Chelsea Film Festival\, Writers Digest Annual Conference\, Writers Digest Novel Writing Conference\, Thrillerfest\, RT Booklovers Convention\, Book Expo America\, New York Center for Independent Publishing\, the American Society of Journalists and Authors\, New York Public Library\, Brooklyn Public Library\, NYC Screenwriters\, Writers For New Orleans Writers Conference with Heather Graham\, and others. \n\n\n\n\n\nJennifer S. Wilkov\n\n\n\n\n\nHere’s what my clients have accomplished with the query letters we’ve completed and what the industry says about me:\n\n\n\n\n“The most valuable parts of Jennifer’s services were the one-on-one consultations and the structure she provided. The most important result I accomplished from working with Jennifer was that she got the job done\, and I can now move my book project forward. Jennifer takes the mystery out of publishing.” \nKen CaillatAuthor of Making Rumours (Wiley; April 16\, 2012) and Grammy Award-Winning Co-Producer of Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours\, Tusk\, Mirage and Live albums\, music by Colbie Caillat and others\n\n\n\n\n“Dear Jennifer\, Just wanted to drop a quick note to let you know how much I appreciate all your work and how useful it was for me. Writing a query letter is much more of an art than I ever expected it to be\, and I couldn’t have done it without your help. For anyone thinking of utilizing your services\, I would highly recommend it. Thanks again.” \nDanny Falcone7-time author including Heartless that was adapted for film\n\n\n\n\n“Jennifer is a true mastermind of the book world and life. I knew nothing about social media or the book world and\, after 5 years of writing\, I was only halfway through my book. She creates a program that is individualized for your needs and book to give you the best opportunity for success. Since following her advice\, I have finished my book\, written several articles\, gotten published with a 4-figure advance with the query letter and book proposal we completed\, and my business has grown exponentially–and so have my profits. I recommend if you want success with your book and/or business you should hire Jennifer S. Wilkov\, by far the best Book & Business Consultant\, Speaker and Literary Agent Matchmaker™ you will ever work with.” \nEliot LeBowLCSW – Psychotherapist\, Internationally Acclaimed Artist and Writer\, author of Parenting Children with Diabetes: A Guide to Understanding and Managing the Issues\n\n\n\n\n“Jennifer will get you where you want to be with professionalism\, clarity\, and support. She helped me with my query letter and book proposal\, helped me land an agent and a book deal with Blackstone Publishing for my memoir.” \nJen RuizFounder\, Jen On a Jet Plane\, 5-time Amazon Bestseller\, 2-time Readers’ Favorite Award Winner\, and 3x TEDx speaker\, author of her upcoming memoir 12 Trips in 12 Months\n\n\n\n\n“Today\, writers need to be fully prepared BEFORE they enter the competitive literary marketplace. Providing developmental coaching for their projects and detailed attention to marketing their work\, Your Book Is Your Hook services\, really maximize the chances for their success.” \nKatharine SandsFounder\, Jen On a Jet Plane\, 5-time Amazon Bestseller\, 2-time Readers’ Favorite Award Winner\, and 3x TEDx speaker\, author of her upcoming memoir 12 Trips in 12 Months\n\n\n\n\n“Writing a book is tough enough\, now try to market it. Creator of www.yourbookisyourhook.com\, Jennifer Wilkov takes the fear and anxiety out of writing and marketing. No matter what stage you are in with your career\, Jennifer has the knowledge and ability to take you to the next level and beyond.” \nJohn RaabCEO & Publisher of Suspense Magazine\n\n\n\n\n“Your Book Is Your Hook provides writers with the marketable tools to help their writing stand out to those of us looking for content. Through Jennifer’s vast knowledge of the publishing world\, writers learn what it takes to have a unique voice in the literary marketplace – the most invaluable asset to any author.” \nLane Shefter BishopCEO of Vast Entertainment\, Multi Award-Winning Hollywood Producer\, Emmy Award-Winning Director\, and Showrunner and author of Sell Your Story in A Single Sentence: Advice from the Front Lines of Hollywood\n\n\n\nThere is no reason to buy this clinic right now…\n\n\n\n\n• if you plan to self-publish\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNow it’s your turn to complete your query letter with confidence so you can submit it to secure agent representation for your project or publication with a publisher. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirtual Program on Zoom\n\n\n\n(access from anywhere! Audio & video) \n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the Evening\n\n\n\nRecordings made available \n\n\n\n\n\nEach clinic includes a deep dive into your comp titles for your query letter or book proposal\, plus a live Q&A opportunity to ask questions about the challenges and struggles you’re having to complete them. \n\n\n\nEach clinic includes a deep dive into each section of the query letter\, plus a live Q&A opportunity to ask questions about the challenges and struggles you’re having to complete it. \n\n\n\nBasic Clinic Fee = $47 (select one date for your clinic session) \n\n\n\nVIP Clinic Fee = $397 (select one date for your clinic session) – includes an assessment of your query letter draft and a private 1:1 consulting call to discuss your letter with you. \n\n\n\n\n• VIP Seats are limited to 25 writers only to ensure these writers receive the additional attention to detail for their query letters.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is your cancellation policy?\n\n\n\nRegistrants will have until ten days before their registered webinar date to cancel their registration and receive a full refund. Cancellations within ten days of the registration date require written notification and are subject to a 50% cancellation fee. Please contact us at yourbookisyourhook@gmail.com to inform us of the cancellation. All refunds will be made back to the original credit card used to register. Refunds after the registered workshop date will not be made.
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SUMMARY:Turn Your Memories Into Memoir™
DESCRIPTION:You’ve lived the story.Now it’s time to tell it.\n\n\n\nThere are moments in your life that shaped you.Experiences that stayed with you. \n\n\n\nStories that deserve to be written—not just remembered.This experience is designed to help you access those memories\, transform them into narrative\, and begin writing your story with clarity\, confidence\, and care. \n\n\n\nYou don’t need to be a professional writer.You just need to be ready. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Memoir Writing Masterclass With Emotional Support Built In\n\n\n\nTurn Memories Into Memoir™ is a six-session live workshop that blends storytelling craft with emotional awareness—guiding you through both the writing and the experience of memoir. \n\n\n\nCo-taught by a publishing expert and a licensed therapist\, this program creates a space where writers can safely explore their stories while learning how to shape them into meaningful narrative. \n\n\n\nYou’ll Learn How To: \n\n\n\n✔️ Turn personal experiences into compelling narrative scenes  \n\n\n\n✔️ Develop your authentic voice on the page  \n\n\n\n✔️ Structure your story for emotional and narrative impact  \n\n\n\n✔️ Reflect on your experiences without becoming overwhelmed  \n\n\n\n✔️ Continue writing with clarity after the workshop ends  \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLimited to 15 participants only \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Experience Is For You If…\n\n\n\n\nYou’ve been thinking about writing your story but don’t know where to begin\n\n\n\nYou have meaningful life experiences you want to process or preserve\n\n\n\nYou’ve started writing but feel stuck or unsure how to shape it\n\n\n\nYou want support that honors both your writing and emotional well-being\n\n\n\nYou’re ready to finally put your story into words\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow the Workshop Works\n\n\n\n✔️ Live on Zoom \n\n\n\n✔️ Tuesdays\, every other week \n\n\n\n✔️ Six sessions total \n\n\n\n✔️ Each session is 75 minutes (6:30 – 7:45 PM ET) \n\n\n\nYou’ll Receive:• Guided writing exercises in every session• Group discussion and reflection• Writing prompts between sessions• A curated memoir reading list• Two 15-minute support calls per month – one with each instructor• Follow-up emails to keep your writing moving \n\n\n\nCommunity Element (NEW):• A supportive writing community that continues beyond the class• Writer-to-writer connection and encouragement• A space where writers write more through accountability and community support \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Schedule & Themes\n\n\n\nSession 1 – September 15 (Jennifer + Pamela)\n\n\n\nWhy Memoir: Opening the DoorDiscover why your story matters and begin turning memory into narrative. \n\n\n\nSession 2 – September 29 (Pamela)\n\n\n\nEmotional Ground Rules for Writing MemoirCreate a safe and grounded approach to writing personal material. \n\n\n\nSession 3 – October 06 (Jennifer)\n\n\n\nMemoir Structure & Story FoundationsLearn how to shape personal experiences into narrative form. \n\n\n\nSession 4 – October 20 (Pamela)\n\n\n\nMemory as Material: Writing Through BlocksMove through resistance and access deeper layers of your story. \n\n\n\nSession 5 – November 03 (Jennifer)\n\n\n\nFinding Your Voice & Where to Begin (First Chapter)Write with authenticity\, clarity\, and confidence. \n\n\n\nSession 6 – November 17 (Jennifer + Pamela)\n\n\n\nNext Steps: Where Your Story Goes From HereExplore revision\, publishing pathways\, and what comes next. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBy the End of This Workshop\, You’ll Have:\n\n\n\n\nNew written material to continue developing\n\n\n\nA deeper understanding of your story\n\n\n\nTools and frameworks to keep writing with confidence\n\n\n\nEmotional insight into your experiences\n\n\n\nClarity on next steps for revision or publication\n\n\n\nA writing community that extends beyond the class\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour Writing Doesn’t End Here\n\n\n\nYour story—and your writing practice—doesn’t stop when the workshop ends. \n\n\n\nIncluded:• Ongoing connection with fellow writers• Continued encouragement and accountability \n\n\n\nOptional:• Alumni Support Call – December 2026Reconnect\, share progress\, and continue building momentum with guidance and community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Instructors\n\n\n\n\nJennifer S. Wilkov\n\n\n\nJennifer S. Wilkov is a multi #1 international best-selling\, award-winning author and the founder of Your Book Is Your Hook™\, where she serves as a creative consultant helping writers bring their ideas to life through writing\, editing\, marketing\, publishing\, and expanding their work into film\, television\, streaming platforms\, stage productions\, and freelance opportunities. \n\n\n\nShe works with writers across genres to transform their personal experiences into compelling narratives\, guiding them with both strategic expertise and creative insight. \n\n\n\nJennifer is a Platinum Member of New York Women in Film & Television\, where she leads the writers group\, a member of the Women’s Media Group of elite publishing professionals\, and a member of Women in Film in Los Angeles. \n\n\n\nShe has spoken and taught at major industry events including the Writers Guild of America East\, New York Women in Film & Television\, Chelsea Film Festival\, Writer’s Digest Annual Conference\, Book Expo America\, New York Center for Independent Publishing\, the American Society of Journalists and Authors\, the New York Public Library\, Brooklyn Public Library\, NYC Screenwriters\, and others. \n\n\n\nShe is passionate about helping writers not only write their stories—but bring them fully to life. \n\n\n\n\n\nPamela Martorana\n\n\n\nPamela Martorana is a Licensed Professional Counselor\, Life Coach\, and writer with over 25 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through life transitions\, trauma\, grief\, and personal growth. \n\n\n\nAs the founder of Live Your Best Life NJ and Executive Director of the Bergen County Writer’s Guild\, Pamela integrates emotional healing with creative expression\, helping individuals access resilience\, build self-awareness\, and connect with their authentic voice. \n\n\n\nThrough counseling\, coaching\, and writing\, Pamela empowers others to honor their experiences and share their stories with strength and compassion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInvestment in Your Story\n\n\n\nThis is a high-touch\, small-group experience designed to support you fully—both as a writer and as a storyteller. \n\n\n\nInvestment: $897\n\n\n\nLimited to 15 writers only \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Isn’t Just a Writing Workshop\n\n\n\nMost writing programs focus only on craft.Most personal work focuses only on healing. \n\n\n\nThis experience brings both together. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to write your story—and how to hold it with care as you do. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour Story Is Waiting.\n\n\n\nYou’ve carried these memories long enough.Now it’s time to give them a voice. \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnly 15 spots available \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a supportive\, guided writing experience.Participants are encouraged to engage at their own pace and comfort level.
URL:https://yourbookisyourhook.com/event/turn-your-memories-into-memoir/
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SUMMARY:BUILD YOUR AUTHOR PLATFORM ON SUBSTACK USING AI
DESCRIPTION:A 90-Minute Live Clinic to Turn Your Books\, Ideas and Expertise Into a Year of Content Opportunities \n\n\n\nFor nonfiction\, fiction and children’s book authors\n\n\n\nWhether you’re traditionally published\, independently published\, preparing to publish\, or still writing your book\, discover how to use Substack and AI strategically to build your author platform and stay connected with readers. \n\n\n\nOctober 13\, 2026 (Tuesday)6:30-8:00 PM (ET)LIVE ON ZOOM\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THE LIVE CLINIC\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTHE PUBLISHING INDUSTRY IS PAYING ATTENTION TO SUBSTACK.\n\n\n\nAuthors should be paying attention\, too.\n\n\n\nThe Bookseller recently reported that publishers are becoming increasingly interested in working with Substack writers as Substack strengthens its connections with the publishing industry. \n\n\n\nThe Alliance of Independent Authors’ Self-Publishing Advice Center has also highlighted Substack’s growing ties to publishing and the opportunities the platform can offer authors. \n\n\n\nSo there’s an important question for authors: \n\n\n\nHow should YOU use Substack strategically?\n\n\n\nNot simply to promote your book. \n\n\n\nNot to add another platform you have to constantly feed. \n\n\n\nAnd definitely not to turn your writing over to AI. \n\n\n\nInstead\, what if you could use AI to help you uncover\, organize\, and leverage all the content opportunities already sitting inside your books\, ideas\, expertise\, research\, stories\, characters\, worlds\, experiences\, and interests? \n\n\n\nThat’s exactly what we’re going to work on together. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWHAT SHOULD AN AUTHOR ACTUALLY PUBLISH ON SUBSTACK?\n\n\n\nThat’s one of the biggest questions authors face. \n\n\n\nAnd the answer isn’t the same for every author. \n\n\n\nA nonfiction author may build content around expertise\, research\, thought leadership\, personal experiences\, and the problems their book addresses. \n\n\n\nA fiction author may explore themes\, characters\, worlds\, settings\, behind-the-scenes stories\, interests connected to their fiction\, and conversations their books inspire. \n\n\n\nA children’s book author may connect with parents\, educators\, librarians\, caregivers\, and other adults around the themes\, characters\, educational opportunities\, activities\, and ideas within and surrounding their books. \n\n\n\nYour Substack needs a strategy that makes sense for your books\, your readers\, and your author platform. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THE LIVE CLINIC\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHIS IS NOT A 90-MINUTE LECTURE.\n\n\n\nYou’re going to work.\n\n\n\nBring your book. \n\n\n\nBring your ideas. \n\n\n\nBring your expertise. \n\n\n\nAnd bring your laptop. \n\n\n\nI’ll show you how I use AI strategically\, and then you’ll begin applying the process to your own author platform. \n\n\n\nYou won’t just watch me use AI.\n\n\n\nYou’ll use AI with me.\n\n\n\nAnd throughout everything we do\, we’ll follow one essential rule: \n\n\n\nAI is your assistant.\n\n\n\nYOU are the author.\n\n\n\nAI can help you brainstorm\, organize\, uncover possibilities\, and accelerate your planning. \n\n\n\nIt cannot replace your creativity\, your experiences\, your expertise\, your stories\, or your perspective. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTHE FRAMEWORK\n\n\n\nDuring our work together\, we’ll begin applying the framework I introduced during the Unleash AI for Business Summit: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll concentrate on creating the strategic foundation that makes everything that follows easier. \n\n\n\nInstead of sitting down every week wondering: \n\n\n\n“What am I supposed to publish?” \n\n\n\nYou’ll begin building a system of content opportunities around what you already know\, write\, create\, and care about. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n\n\n\nThis clinic is for: \n\n\n\n✓ Nonfiction authors \n\n\n\n✓ Fiction authors \n\n\n\n✓ Children’s book authors \n\n\n\n✓ Traditionally published authors \n\n\n\n✓ Independently published authors \n\n\n\n✓ Authors preparing to publish \n\n\n\n✓ Writers actively developing books who want to begin building their platform now \n\n\n\nAnd you do not need to already have a Substack. \n\n\n\nIf you’re still trying to determine whether Substack makes sense for your author platform\, you’re welcome here too. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nYour book doesn’t have to be the end of the conversation. It can be the beginning of one.\n\n\n\nSubstack gives authors another way to connect directly with readers around their books\, ideas\, stories\, expertise\, and interests. \n\n\n\nAI can help you uncover the possibilities. \n\n\n\nLet’s build the strategy together.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n\n\n\nDo I need to already have a Substack? No. The clinic is appropriate whether you already publish on Substack\, have created an account but aren’t sure what to do with it\, or haven’t started yet.   Is this only for nonfiction authors? No. The clinic is specifically designed to address the different content opportunities available to nonfiction\, fiction\, and children’s book authors.   Do I need to know how to use AI? You don’t need to be an AI expert. You should have access to an AI tool such as ChatGPT so you can work alongside Jennifer during the clinic.   Will AI be writing my content for me? No. The philosophy behind this clinic is simple:AI is your assistant. You are the author.We’ll use AI strategically to help uncover\, organize\, and expand your ideas. Your creativity\, expertise\, experiences\, stories\, and perspective remain at the center.   What’s the difference between Clinic Registration and VIP? Clinic Registration gives you the complete 90-minute live implementation experience.VIP includes the clinic plus advance review of your work and a private 60-minute Substack Strategy & Setup Session with Jennifer focused specifically on your author platform.   Does the VIP package include physically setting up my Substack account? The VIP session focuses on strategic setup: positioning\, pillars\, naming\, About/Bio direction\, initial content strategy\, and launch planning. Technical account configuration and graphic design are not included.   How many VIP packages are available? Only six VIP Strategy Packages are available because each includes advance review and a private 60-minute session with Jennifer.
URL:https://yourbookisyourhook.com/event/build-your-author-platform-on-substack-using-ai/
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SUMMARY:Inspired at Sea: Total Solar Eclipse Cruise to Egypt
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Jennifer S. Wilkov and Jessica Berg \n\n\n\nCairo and the Nile River \n\n\n\nJuly 28–August 7\, 2027 \n\n\n\n11 Days / 10 Nights | 3 Nights in Cairo | 7-Night Nile River Cruise
URL:https://yourbookisyourhook.com/event/inpired-at-sea-total-solar-eclipse-cruise-to-egypt/
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