Our Intensive "Beyond the Book" Accelerator Is Here
Discover How Our Small Group Coaching Program Can Launch Your Career As A Children's Author, Brand Creator, Show Writer, and Beyond!
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From Idea To Publication and Beyond
Unlock your potential as a children's author, brand creator, or show creator with our 9-week Group Coaching Program. Designed to take your story beyond the book, you’ll receive expert guidance on developing your manuscript, exploring publishing pathways, and expanding into other media like animation and live-action series. Plus, learn how to build a product line around your intellectual property and gain insider marketing strategies. Weekly workshops, personal support, and a collaborative environment make this program your fast track to creative success!
Meet Some of Your Mentors!
Shane Mang: Franchise builder & licensing expert known for Paw Patrol, Unicorn Diaries, Teletubbies, and more!
Blake Harris: Writer, director, and story producer with various studios and toy companies, co-writer of Disney's Emmy-nominated Hocus Pocus 2.
Eddie Gamarra: Former VP, Literary Affairs where he scouted & acquired books & other IP for Paramount's Nickelodeon & Awesomeness brands.
Karen Kilpatrick: Author, Agent, Publisher, Creative Entrepreneur & Founder of Page360.
Week One: Positioning for Success
Discover how to stand out in the marketplace by learning how to properly evaluate concepts, perform effective market research, identify comp titles and IPs, and more!
Week Two: Workshopping Manuscripts/IP
Receive written professional guidance from top story developmental experts to help prepare and position your manuscript or IP concept (of up to 2000 words) to sell.
Week Three: Increasing Discoverability
No matter where you are in the IP development process (published book or initial idea), we will discover your next best steps on how to get discovered.
Week Four: Finding YOUR Best Path to Publishing
In today's world, traditional publishing is only one of multiple paths to publishing success. Learn which path is right for you! Keep an open mind as you may be surprised!
Week Five: Beyond the Book (Content)
You have a story, so why not develop it into a live action or animated television series or film? Learn how to turn your book, story, or IP into other content.
Week Six: Beyond the Book (Products)
Many brands stem from story/publishing properties. Learn how to best position yourself to build a consumer products program based on your IP.
Week Seven: Marketing is EVERYTHING!
From influencer campaigns to funnels, ads, and more, learn insider secrets from someone who has launched million-dollar brands and sold over $2.5M in books/products!
Week Eight: Group Workshopping & Q&A
Feeling stuck? Have progress to share? We'll address your questions, share your victories, and workshop your issues to help keep you moving forward.
Week Nine: Individual Workshop Sessions
Get 1-on-1 personalized support based on your specific needs. This is a personal session to address any questions and provide guidance for your next best steps.
