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Course Description

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.

Course Outline

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

Course Outline

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

Notes

Contact:
Writers’ Program
(310) 825-9415
writers@unex.ucla.edu 

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Editorial Management I: Acquisition to Publication
Type
Online
Dates
Jul 03, 2024 to Sep 10, 2024
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
30.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (3 units) $720.00 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jul 17, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 17, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 18, 2024 to Sep 10, 2024
Instructors
Section 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.

 

Section Title
Editorial Management I: Acquisition to Publication
Section Schedule
Sep 30, 2024 to Dec 09, 2024
Type
Online
Days
M
Time
7:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Sep 30, 2024 to Nov 04, 2024
Type
Online
Days
M
Time
7:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Nov 18, 2024 to Dec 09, 2024
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
30.0
Location
  • Remote Classroom
Delivery Options
Live Online  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (3 units) $720.00 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 units
Refund Request Deadline
Oct 14, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 14, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Oct 15, 2024 to Dec 09, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

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

 

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