Be Your Own Publisher is now available as a self-study e-course - this means there will be no live calls, but you will have access to our Facebook group and all the course materials to support your journey to self-publishing. For more on the course and previous students' success see below.

Do you dream of being a published writer? Wonder if self-publishing is the way forward for you? Don’t know where to start?

START HERE!

BYOP is a online self-publishing course which comes in 3 levels, painstakingly compiled by Amazon best-selling (self-published & published) author and publisher Lucy H. Pearce.

This is the most comprehensive set of multimedia materials available of the essential in-depth info, insider tips, resources, shortcuts, heads-ups and encouragement that every writer needs.

Combining live elements with lifetime access to core materials, this course lets you take control of your learning at your own pace.

See the full list of what's included on each package and how it works.

Do you want ...

• to see your book in print?
• complete creative control?
• to make up to 70% royalties on sales of your book?
• to build your own career as an author or expert?

Join hundreds of thousands of people every year who are fulfilling their life-long dream to write a book … and see it published.
Self-publishing IS the revolution.  And I want to help you join it.

Are you already committed to self-publishing, but wanting reliable, practical, up-to-date advice? Learn how to ...

• format e-books
• choose a printer
• successfully sell on Amazon
• structure your project: what to do … and in what order
• build an author platform using social media … and traditional media, so people know who you are and want to buy your books
• sell your book … including lots of advice and techniques for introverts

Get the practical knowledge, resources and confidence you need to publish yourself with this self-paced, multimedia e-course.

The publishing world has changed beyond recognition in the past five years. The days of having to have an agent and puny royalties are gone. As are the days of poor quality self-published books … or needing to remortgage your house to afford a large print run … only for it to go mouldy in your garage.

Self-publishing is no longer a dirty word … and nor is it just for those who have been rejected by traditional publishers. Self-publishing is the FIRST choice that thousands of successful, traditionally published authors are making too.

So whether you want to ...

• publish and share stories you have been writing in private
• create a book to support classes you teach
• build your brand
• start your career as an author
• take your established writing career into your own hands for greater creative control over your work and fairer financial reward …

Self-publishing via e-books and print on demand is an incredible opportunity. And done right can contribute to your income, build your reputation, and even make you a very fine living.

I've been writing and writing and writing. Your words have unlocked something. It’s really helping. I’m letting go of getting myself tied up in knots and restrictions and writing more freely and openly. Thank you. Paula Cleary (Spring 2015) I often panic about spending money, but I am so thankful I have signed up to this course. Maybe it is just a simple sign to confirm to myself that I am a writer! And I have been thinking about how your course is so worth the money spent. I have been finding the interview series so useful and inspiring. Feeling full of gratitude for the insight you share. All of this has given my writing new life. Thank you. Nicki Wilkins (Spring 2015) BYOP was of immense help in formatting my poetry manuscript, Night Cycles, for CreateSpace, Kindle, and IngramSpark. Night Cycles was not my first self-published book but, thanks to Lucy's course, it is by far the most professional looking. BYOP saved me hundreds of dollars - instead of hiring a formatter, I was able to do it myself, with great results. Thank you! Beth Morey (Spring 2015)

I am currently working on a new book and I have jumped around the program (it lets you do that easily) gaining inspiration from the knowledge shared, but most importantly, Lucy is like your own personal cheerleader - encouraging you, supporting you, egging you on through her content, her personal stories and her videos that make you feel like she is speaking directly to you. I posted a few questions about the Kindle promotion on the BYOP private Facebook group, got some wonderful support from Lucy and others, and also read her section on Marketing and Promotion. I did a 2-day free give away and my kindle version went from being listed at #1,459,743 to being #2 in Motivation and #2 in Spirituality. What a treat that was! I can't say enough about this program. It is packed with everything you need to know starting with advice and guidance for writing your book, to options for publishing it, to marketing and promoting it and self care for yourself as an author. If you are thinking about writing a book, are writing a book or have already written a book, the BYOP program is a valuable investment for you at any stage or phase of your writing career. Christine Agro (Spring 2015)

I had been a writer for a couple of years, becoming an international bestseller through anthology projects. When it was time to write/publish my own work I was guided to go to Lucy Pearce for help to teach me everything she knew about publishing. My God did she! Lucy's BYOP course is the business!! I now have my 2nd book about to launch and have 2 clients to publish other people's work making their dreams come true too!!! I can wholeheartedly say Lucy changed my life with what she taught me. Kirpal Joti Kaur (Spring 2015)

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SELF-PUBLISHING $199

• 14 essential self-publishing lessons (PDF) • 6 bonus lessons (PDF) • 14 audios and videos to inspire and support • Self-paced learning • Membership of private Facebook group for networking and support

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PUBLISH LIKE A PRO $299

• 14 essential self-publishing lessons (PDF) • 14 bonus lessons (PDF) • 15 audios and videos to inspire and support • Self-paced learning • Membership of private Facebook group for networking and support PLUS • Access to Lucy's interviews with 10 successful self-published authors in diverse genres and with varied experience of getting their work out there.

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VIP PACKAGE $599

• 14 essential self-publishing lessons (PDF) • 14 bonus lessons (PDF) • 15 audios and videos to inspire and support • Self-paced learning • Membership of private Facebook group for networking and support • Two 1 hr LIVE group calls on all aspects of writing and self-publishing with Lucy Pearce (plus access to recordings • 45 min LIVE Q&A session on cover design with Patrick Treacy, Womancraft Publishing (plus access to recording) • 45 min LIVE Q&A session on internal layout with Patrick Treacy, Womancraft Publishing (plus access to recording) PLUS • Access to Lucy's interviews with 10 successful self-published authors in diverse genres and with varied experience of getting their work out there. PLUS • THREE ONE-TO-ONE mentoring sessions with Lucy Pearce giving you personalised platform building, writing and marketing advice. • FULL EDITING AND PERSONAL FEEDBACK on your first three chapters.

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CONTENTS

Core Modules:

• Welcome to the Revolution
• Being a Writer
• Publish or Self-Publish?
• Modern Self-Publishing – what are my options?
• Secrets to Self-Publishing Success
• Building an Author Platform
• Writing Your First Draft
• Crafting Your Final Draft
• Cover Design Coach
• Print on Demand Made Simple
• Understanding E-books
• Money – Pricing – Sales
• Successful Marketing for Authors
• Self-care and Sanity for Authors

Bonuses:

• How to Create a Book: your step-by-step guide
• Rocking Amazon
• 12 Author Myths Busted
• My Story
• Understanding ISBNs
• The Anatomy of a Book

• Creative Blogging for Writers (PRO/VIP)
• Setting Up Your Own Publishing Imprint (PRO/VIP)
• Advanced Marketing (PRO/VIP)
• Write your Book in 30 Days (PRO/VIP)
• Understanding Bestseller Lists (PRO/VIP)
• Writing a Winning Book Proposal (PRO/VIP)
• The Self Publisher’s Rolodex (PRO/VIP)

Lucy is a wise and powerful resource who will generously share all she knows about self-publishing (and it's a lot!) and more. Her warmth, sense of humour and nurturing provides a deep sense of support. This is a gem of a course to help put you on track to self-publishing. S.G. (Spring 2015)

Lucy has developed a marvellous package for self-publishers. We number in the thousands and have varying needs, so this course for self-publishing is designed to meet those wide-ranging needs. It will not be hard for anyone who wants to self-publish to find great value in Be Your Own Publisher as I have done. For building an Author’s Platform, I found secret detail enthralling, what to do and how to do it. Thank you so much Lucy! Thank you for being a crucial part of my launch team. Gail Burkett PhD (Spring 2015)

Plus ...

• 8 Audios + 5 (6 for PRO/VIP) Videos
• 10 interview audios with successful self-published authors in various genres with different journeys to releasing their work (PRO/VIP)

• Decision-making charts
• Worksheets and templates: marketing plan, publishing time-frame, budgeting sheet, self-publisher’s check list … 
• Activities to help you bust through blocks and make progress on your book.

And ...

• A private Facebook group – to network with other self-publishing authors, exchange support and resources.

AND!

• TWO x 1-hour LIVE group Q&A sessions with Lucy Pearce, via the magic of the internet, on all aspects of writing and self-publishing. (VIP)
  
• Struggling with your cover? A 45 min Q&A with Patrick Treacy (of Womancraft Publishing) on designing your cover might help. (VIP)
  
• Page numbers? Chapter headings? Section breaks? Ask Patrick again in a 45 min Q&A on laying out the interior of your book for Createspace, Kindle, IngramSpark, Smashwords etc. (VIP)
  
• Can’t make it? You’ll get access to recordings of the above sessions too.

I would recommend and have recommended this course to friends. It has opened my eyes to the other way of publishing. I can see the information I have gained and will gain from the course will serve me for years to come and on the entire journey of self-publishing. Thank you so much for all the effort you have put in and also for the awesome price! Kien (Spring 2015) This course has a great mix of practical information about the writing and publishing process, plenty of personal first hand experience and understanding from Lucy herself and loads of motivation. The result is an affirming sense of: "I can do it." As well as the resources to go to when you don't how to do something. All done with buckets loads of care and attention from Lucy. A great investment in your future. Ali Baker (Spring 2015) Be Your Own Publisher is jam-packed full of useful information and help so you can make the most of your self-publishing journey and not get tripped up by common mistakes and difficulties. This course is a must do for anyone considering publishing their own work. A.S. (Spring 2015)

 
AND FINALLY! (VIP Package only):

• THREE one-to-one 1-hour mentoring sessions with Lucy Pearce giving you personalised platform building, writing and marketing advice.
  
• Editing and feedback on your first three chapters (5000 words).
  
• ONLY 6 places available on the VIP Package.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

The course is hosted on a dedicated, secure e-learning platform. Once you have signed up, you have 24-hour, password protected access to the course. All modules and bonuses are provided as downloadable PDFs, and all videos and audios are also hosted on the site. They are all available to you at from the moment you sign up. So that you can work through the course at your own pace. And have lifetime access to it.

Everything is there for you. When you need it.

This is crucial as every student will be starting from a different place, learn at their own pace … and come with their own level of knowledge.
You may be starting with a a hazy book idea, or with a part-finished manuscript … or perhaps  you have your book ready to go and need help right now on print on demand logistics, or marketing.

Whatever you need … it’s there for you.

The private Facebook page will help you to connect with other self-publishers, ask questions, share resources and insights. There will be a dedicated thread each week for promoting newly released books that you have self-published or which have price promotions. Lucy will spend some time each week responding to questions.

She will be able to do this in more depth on the two live group Q&A calls which will take place on Spreecast – a live, free to use, video conferencing service. You will be emailed dates for these calls well in advance. Those who cannot be present at the time of the call will have the opportunity to submit questions beforehand, which will be addressed on the call. These calls will be recorded and available to listen to as playbacks for 7 days afterward.