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Choose Your Publishing Path

A self-paced course to help you make a clear, values-aligned decision about how to publish your book

Publishing is not a one-size-fits-all decision.

Traditional publishing isn’t “better.”
Self-publishing isn’t “giving up.”
And the right path depends on you, your book, and what you actually want—not what the industry tells you to chase.

Choose Your Publishing Path is a self-paced book publishing course designed to help you understand your real options, see the publishing landscape clearly, and make an informed, grounded decision about how to bring your book into the world.

This course replaces confusion, pressure, and myth with clarity, context, and choice.

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This course is for you if:

  • You feel overwhelmed or confused by conflicting advice about publishing

  • You’re unsure whether traditional or self-publishing is right for your book

  • You want realistic information—not hype or fear-based messaging

  • You care about your values, your readers, and your long-term relationship with your work

  • You want to understand the business side of publishing without becoming cynical or discouraged

Whether you’re early in the writing process or approaching completion, this course will help you choose your path with confidence.

What You’ll Learn

In Choose Your Publishing Path, you’ll gain a clear, comprehensive understanding of the modern publishing landscape—and your place within it.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Clarify your top values around publishing—what truly matters to you and this book

  • Evaluate the ten key factors that shape publishing decisions

  • Understand the realities of traditional publishing, including:

    • Timelines

    • Advances and royalties

    • Different types of presses

    • What publishers actually do (and don’t) provide

  • See clearly how authors do and don’t make money from their books

  • Know when and how to seek agents and publishers

  • Understand the difference between agented queries and direct submissions

  • Explore my top five publishing house recommendations for transformational nonfiction authors

  • Understand the self-publishing path, including:

    • Full-service vs. hybrid vs. DIY options

    • What’s required at each stage

    • What kinds of support you may (or may not) need

And—most importantly—how to weigh all of this in a way that serves you, not someone else’s definition of success..

You’ll receive

This is a self-paced, on-demand course with instant access.

  • Video lessons that walk you through each decision point step by step

  • Downloadable PDFs for reflection, comparison, and reference

  • A clear framework you can return to as your book and goals evolve

This course is designed to meet you where you are—and to support thoughtful decision-making, not rushed conclusions.

What Makes This Course Different

This isn’t a course that tells you what you should do.

Instead, it helps you:

  • See the publishing industry clearly and honestly

  • Ask better questions

  • Make a decision that aligns with your values, timeline, temperament, and goals

You’ll walk away empowered—not pressured—and equipped to move forward with confidence, no matter which path you choose.

By the End of This Course, You’ll Have:

  • A clear understanding of your publishing options

  • Confidence in your publishing decision

  • A values-aligned roadmap for next steps

  • Relief from second-guessing and industry noise

Ready to Choose Your Path?

If you’re ready to stop feeling confused or conflicted about publishing—and start moving forward with clarity and intention—Choose Your Publishing Path will guide you there.

Investment

Your investment for this program is $99.

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