Using Amazon’s Kindle Direct to Self-Publish your Book for FREE

Whether you’re looking to publish a paperback novel or short eBook now or in the future, this detailed tutorial will teach you step-by-step how to create an Amazon KDP account, format your manuscript and upload it to the platform, easily create a book cover from available templates, determine pricing and royalties, develop a sales pitch for your Amazon page, and write an Amazon author bio.

Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024 

Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Location: Live Via Zoom

Facilitator: LeeAnne Krusemark

Fee: $39

How to Outline and Write an Irresistible Romance

Romance is the #1 selling fiction genre. Whether you're a new or experienced writer, this comprehensive session will help you sharpen your skills with practical step-by-step advice. You will discover the different romance sub-genres and understand the proven romance formula. You will also learn to create a unique setting, introduce your protagonist (lead character), percolate friction, and write relatable dialogue as well as intimate scenes. Publishing options will also be discussed.

Date: Friday, October 18, 2024 

Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm 

Location: Live Via Zoom

Facilitator: LeeAnne Krusemark

Fee: $49

Write a Riveting Mystery, Suspense, or Crime Story

Become a mystery writer for fun or profit! You will discover the different sub-genres and three-act story structure of mystery writing and create an intriguing cast of characters. Learn how to research and pick your setting, make sure your opening grabs readers’ attention, use “red herrings” to misdirect your readers and create suspense until you’re ready for the final reveal. Publishing options will also be discussed.

Date: Friday, October 18, 2024 

Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm 

Location: Live Via Zoom

Facilitator: LeeAnne Krusemark

Fee: $49

Write Your First Novel in 90 Days!

This intensive course provides a schedule of crafting a novel from start to finish, which you can finish in as little as 90 days! This class will also help you stay motivated throughout the journey. You will learn how to: select your novel genre and develop a compelling premise; create multidimensional characters and immersive settings; craft a detailed plot outline; manage your time to keep your writing flow consistent; combat common roadblocks including writer’s block; master the art of self-editing: refining your plot, and fixing pacing, dialogue, and characterization problems; receive constructive criticism from beta readers; explore publishing options. By the end of this class, you will know how to complete your novel and have the knowledge and confidence to move forward with the publishing process.

Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024 

Time: 8:00am - 10:00am 

Location: Live Via Zoom

Facilitator: LeeAnne Krusemark

Fee: $49

Strengthen The Functioning and Effectiveness of Your Board 

How does your board function? Do they understand their roles and responsibilities? What is strong and what is missing? How do you choose, manage, evaluate, and utilize your board members? The board legally and functionally responsible for everything in the organization, yet many board members do not know or understand their roles and responsibilities.

Date: October 22, 2024

Schedule: Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm

Location: Virtual Via Zoom

Facilitator: Bob Reich

Fee: $49

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Note: the instructor will email the Zoom link to participants prior to the start of class. 

A Nonprofit IS a Business and Needs to Be Operated That Way 

Many people do not view nonprofits as a business, which can create problems. A nonprofit MUST be run in a business-like manner to ensure success and survival. This workshop will show you how nonprofits are a business, with some variations from a for-profit business.

Date: October 29, 2024

Schedule: Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:00pm

Location: Virtual Via Zoom

Facilitator: Bob Reich

Fee: $39

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Note: the instructor will email the Zoom link to participants prior to the start of class. 

Effective Fundraising and Grant Writing

Whether you are asking for organizational contributions, selling school fundraising items, putting on an event, or other requests, is asking for and bringing in funds to support your organization or program a challenge? You are not alone. You don’t have to apologize when asking for support and contributions for your organization. In this course you will learn techniques to bring in funds and resources for your project or organization. This workshop is valuable for staff, Boards, volunteers, and anyone who is involved with raising funds for your nonprofit organization.

Date: November 6, 13, 20, 2024

Schedule: 3-Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8:30pm

Location: Virtual Via Zoom

Facilitator: Bob Reich

Fee: $99

Note: instructor will email the Zoom link to all participants prior to the start of class. 

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