An exclusive invitation for aspiring authors

Have you ever WISHED you had someone who would take you by the hand and partner with you to show you everything you need to know to make YOUR BOOK a reality? Well, you got it!

 

You DO Deserve to Get Your Book

Done... So Here is the Workshop

You've Been Looking for to

Help FAST TRACK Your Way to

Writing, Publishing and

Successfully

Marketing Your First Book!

 

NOTE: This Course, THE BOOK SISTAH INNER CIRCLE WORKSHOP, is Only Open to a Select Group of Aspiring Authors Who are Ready to Focus on Their Work SERIOUSLY and CONSISTENTLY! If You Believe This is You, Read On to Find Out How You Can Apply For Your Spot!

 

From the Desk of: Sophfronia Scott, "The Book Sistah"
Newtown, Conn., USA

Dear Fellow Writer,

I recently published a landmark program, "The Book Sistah's 21-Step Guide to Writing, Publishing & Marketing Your Book" teaching all the fundamentals for the successful creation and selling of a new writer's first work. I did it thinking that most people just wanted the information to work through on their own. As it turns out, I WAS WRONG! I'm hearing that you still want my guidance, my personal coaching and my editing eye in the reviewing of your writing. But you can't afford my private consultation fees of $300 an hour. I've been thinking about this for months because I truly believe we can make this happen: I can help more people and you can get the personal attention you want and deserve.

And then it occurred to me: I could create a WORKSHOP combining the knowledge included in the Guide with the group aspect of my already successful Book Sistah Inner Circle.

So I did it! I am happy and honored to offer you a space in the Winter Session of my Exclusive WORKSHOP,

The Book Sistah Inner Circle

Workshop 2008

The Book Sistah Inner Circle Workshop offers a COMPLETE curriculum on the book creating process--there are few like it! I've taken all the mystery out of the publishing process. In this amazing four-month course you'll learn:

    • The 3 basic keys you'll need to have in place BEFORE sitting down to write.
    • The Book Sistah Circle Method for structuring your book. Fiction or non-fiction, you'll build a book so compelling your readers won't want to put it down!
    • What 1 tip will let you know what topics will be bestsellers TOMORROW.
    • The 10 Steps to writing a killer book proposal.
    • How to do a live book tour (on a new author's budget)!
    • The 5 money-saving questions to ask BEFORE you hire a publicist.
    • The SINGLE and BEST way to keep your readers around while you write your next book.
    • 4 Items to check before signing a book contract.
    • The one piece of paper that will make you an IRRESISTIBLE interview subject for television or radio.
    • How to use Amazon.com to your book's advantage.

And so much more!

I will connect the dots and fill in the blanks to help you develop, write, pitch and publish your book. I'll show you how other well-known authors use similar techniques. Writing a book can be so rewarding. The doors opened by a published book are so amazing that it's worth doing what you need to do to get your book out there.

No kidding—This is going to be the best thing you ever experienced in your writing career. You’ll see how having the right people around you will take the struggle out of trying to get published.

Here’s what you’ll get when you enroll in The Book Sistah Inner Circle Workshop:

Two Class Calls a Month Via Phone Where I'll Take You Step-By Step Through the Writing, Publishing and Marketing of Your Book

These calls will be comprehensive, covering a variety of topics writers want to know most including:

  • How to create an author’s website that can sell your book AND attract freelance magazine and newspaper ASSIGNMENTS from editors.
  • The SECRET STRATEGIES behind throwing book parties that do more than eat up your marketing budget in food and booze!
  • Tips for working with a ghostwriter on your non-fiction book with satisfying and PROFITABLE results.
  • How to use Amazon.com to create CREDIBLE buzz for your book.
  • Which are the RELIABLE self-publishing companies and which are scams or expensive vanity presses.
  • How to improve your skills as a writer to make you more IN DEMAND for freelance work.
  • New strategies to put into place immediately to SUPER-CHARGE your book’s publicity plan.
  • How to promote yourself so you’re an AUTOMATIC interview call for radio hosts.
  • Dissecting the hot books of the moment to see how you can learn—AND PROFIT from them.
  • EXCLUSIVE insider interviews with the publishing people making the decisions on your manuscripts and book proposals.
  • How to get a CELEBRITY to give you a glowing blurb for your book cover.
  • HOT TIPS from noted authors giving their stories on how they succeeded in publishing.
  • Where you should CUT COSTS and where you should spend good money in the production of your self published book.
  • How to get your foot in the door for STAFF JOBS at national newspapers and magazines.
  • The best way to TRANSITION into writing from your current profession.
  • How to develop the CONFIDENT, self-aware mindset that will make you a joy for editors to work with.
  • How to think and PLAY BIGGER--starting NOW. (You've been waiting too long. I guarantee it.)

My Objective? To Show You How to Stay Focused on Your Book, Make Smart Decisions in the Publishing Process and Produce a Book You'll Be Proud to Share With the World.

Can't make the calls? I know you're busy and may not have time to make all our LIVE Inner Circle calls. All of the classes will be recorded and available for downloading.

"I was able to complete the first draft of my book proposal for my nonfiction
narrative project during the Book Sistah's Inner Circle Workshop. I had been
working on this project on and off for years, but the schedule and
challenges of the workshop helped to keep me focused so that I could
complete the proposal. Sophfronia's experience and sage advice was
invaluable in the development of my sample chapters and marketing plan. The
best thing I learned in the workshop was to challenge myself and write
something on the book everyday. I really liked the ability to share with
other aspiring writers as we all strive to become published authors.”                

Wilma Killgo
Fort Maryland, MD
co-author, Happy Music: Tales from the Gigs and the Grooves
www.keithkillgo.com

 

"Participating in the Inner Circle Workshop was one of the best things I did for myself this year. I have been talking about writing a book for years, but thanks to this group I have actually completed a first draft and am ready to move on to the next step in the publishing process. Sophfronia does such a great job of de-mystifying the writing and publishing process and turning it into something that is very accessible and easily do-able. That alone was worth the cost of tuition. However, the most valuable thing I gained from this experience is the fact that I finally have the confidence to call myself a writer."

Jenny Ryan
Duluth, GA
Author of the Humor Blog, "Using My Powers for Good"
www.jennyryan.com

 

Your Own Copy of THE BOOK SISTAH'S 21-STEP GUIDE TO WRITING, PUBLISHING & MARKETING YOUR BOOK

Yes, included in the workshop fee is your own copy of this highly valuable resource. I currently sell it for $297. But you will receive it here because the 21-Step Guide will be our workshop curriculum. Every aspect of the Guide will be covered in our four months together

Just so you can see how much we're going to cover--and how BIG this product is, let me give you a look inside the Guide!

Let's Look At Everything That's in The

Guide--and the Workshop!

 

A HUGE 250+ page Training Manual full of exercises, worksheets, templates and real-life examples of press kits and marketing materials. It also includes my RESOURCE GUIDE so you have to look all over the place to find designers, editors printers and other tools of the trade.

SIX CDs with hours of recorded material with Sophfronia Scott, (interviewed by James Roche) talking you through every single step of the writing, publishing and marketing process.

CD #1

Introduction: how the program came about and a complete overview to how a book gets published.

Part 1: Writing Your Book

Step 1: Motivation and Values

Step 2: Your Inner and Outer Environments

CD #2

Step 3: Reading and Research

Step 4: Scheduling

Step 5: Structuring and "The Book Sistah Circle" for Fiction Books

CD #3

Step 5 Continued: Outlining, How to Start a Novel, the Non-Fiction Book Proprosal, "The Book Sistah Circle" for Non-Fiction Books

CD #4

Step 5 Continued: More on Structuring the Non-Fiction Book; a discussion on poetry and how to pitch it for sale.

Step 6: Writing the Fast First Draft

Step 7: Editing Your Manuscript: the First Pass

CD #5

Part 2: Publishing Your Book

Step 1: Pre-determining Your Outcome

Step 2: To Self Publish or Traditionally Publish? How to Decide

Step 3: Getting an Agent

Step 4: The Book Contract

Step 5: Getting Your Book Edited

Step 6: Designing Your Book

Step 7: Printing Your Book

CD #6

Part 3: Marketing Your Book

Step 1: ID Your Target Market

Step 2: Reaching Out to Your People

Step 3: Budgeting for Marketing

Step 4: Distribution

Step 5: Working With a Publicist

Step 6: Handling the Media

Step 7: Taking Action

Bonus CD #1

"Getting Your Book Published: An Editor's View"

with Random House Executive Editor Heather Jackson

 

Bonus CD #2

"The 5 Know-It-Or-You're-Doomed Tips Your Agent Wants You to Know"

with Literary Agent Brettne Bloom

Bonus CD #3

"The 5 Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Publicist"

with Publicist Raychelle LeBlanc

Complete Transcripts

Word-for-word transcription of all three bonus teleseminars, perfect for notetaking and further in-depth study.

 

“The Workshop was phenomenal for me. I have a publisher and am on my way to tell the world how to care for someone with memory loss. Sophfronia taught me everything I needed to know to go forward writing and publishing my book. She is encouraging and positive but constructively critical when needed. The workbook and CDs were not only informational but easy on the ear. I listened to them over and over in my car."

Beverly Moore, RN, CS
Quincy, MA
Author of Matters of the Mind...and the Heart: 5 Steps to Meet the 10 Challenges of Alzheimer Care
www.AlzheimerCoachingServices.com

 

“As a recent graduate of Sophfronia Scott’s program, I would like to share some of the benefits I received from her well-designed program. Because of Sophfronia's depth of experience in writing, marketing, and publishing, I now have a strong foundation in all of these essential areas. I feel confident to go forward with my writing, and several new ways to market and publish my book have opened up for me since I began her class. Sophfronia is also very sensitive to her student’s thoughts and feelings. She responds in a thoughtful and loving way, always encouraging us to take the next step forward. Her technical expertise combined with her coaching ability enable her to inspire her students to go forward with ease. For anyone with the desire to work in a group setting
to develop their writing and bring it to the marketplace, Sophfronia’s workshop is an excellent choice.”

Oshana Himot MBA, CHT
Sedona, AZ
http://togobeyond.com

 

As you can see, I've pretty much covered all the bases. I know it's huge. The course delivers meaty content from the beginning of the manual to the end of the last CD. And it's NOT just a bunch of random ideas thrown together. You get a complete method for approaching the publishing of your book.

But you won't be left to drift on your own in this sea of material! As part of The Book Sistah Inner Circle Workshop you'll also get...

 

2 PRIVATE Coaching Sessions Including Manuscript Review

Once you've been accepted and you've enrolled in the Book Sistah Inner Circle Workshop, you'll be contacted by my assistant who will schedule you for 2 PRIVATE coaching sessions with me. That's right, you will get one-on-one time with me where we'll review your manuscript pages, discuss your book plan and brainstorm the best ways for you to sell it!

Haven't you always wanted your own personal book coach? Let's face it, you can buy all the how-to materials you want on how to write effectively. But unless you work with words and ideas day-in and day-out and know what works, you'll be beating your head against the wall. So, send ME your manuscript. I’ll give you a timely, constructive critique with useful, easy-to-understand comments you can implement.

 

Open Office Hours Each Month for Extra Questions

Since this is a lot of material to cover and I know you'll probably have a lot of questions as you work through the process, I’ll be hosting monthly One-on-One Call-In Consultation days just for my Inner Circle Workshop members. I'll set "open call" hours and you can dial me up for a mini-consult.

I only ask that you be prepared with quick and specific questions. This service is great if you need to brainstorm marketing ideas or get help punching up a query letter.

Remember my "rack rate" for consulting is $300 an hour so you'll be getting over $1,000 worth of my private time as a member of the Inner Circle Workshop! What can that time do for you? Just ask Inner Circle member Cory L. Kemp:

"Thrilled with having self published my first book, I could feel the connections to be made with readers who would purchase my book and engage their faith in new ways.  But getting it into their hands was going to be a challenge.  Sophfronia encouraged me to call Christian and independent bookstores and ask if they would be interested in carrying my book.   Quite wonderfully, this has turned out to be great advice.  Eleven bookstores now share my book with their loyal customers!  More so, with each contact at this personal level I am building enduring relationships and future possibilities for book signing and speaking engagements that will support my faith coaching practice as well as sales of my second book of essays due out later this year.  Thanks Sophfronia!"

Cory L. Kemp
Creating Women Ministries
Author
You Don't See Many Chickens in Clearance: Essays on Faith and Living
www.creatingwomenministries.com

 

This Workshop is Unlike Any You've Ever Seen Before!

  • I understand what it’s like to have a time-consuming day job, plus family reponsibilities while trying to become an author and speaker to boot, juggling 100 balls at a time. I can help you prioritize your book projects so you will get ahead faster. I’ll make sure you focus on what’s important, what will save you money, AND what will make you happiest!
  • I’m not afraid to give you constructive criticism. I won't allow you to think small. And, when appropriate, I'll give you a swift kick in the pants.
  • My coaching, mentoring, and proven advice have helped people just like you to move ahead with their writing projects. Are you ready to join them? Then read on.

Are You a Good Fit for This Workshop?

You may be a good fit for my Book Sistah Inner Circle Workshop if you...

  • Want consistent, personal access to a real-life author who can explain things clearly, has patience, is fun to work with, will keep you focused, and cares about your success.
  • Aren't afraid of working hard or being challenged. You’re ready to do whatever it takes to catapult your writing to the next level.
  • Want someone who can show you the right road to take when you feel confused, paralyzed, or stuck.
  • Are ready to truly think and act BIG to benefit yourself, your writing career, your family, and the rest of your life.

You are NOT a good fit for my Book Sistah Inner Circle Workshop if you...

  • Aren’t really sure what your book is yet.
  • Have more than one project and aren't ready to pick ONE to focus on.
  • Need to be “baby-sat” and have trouble taking action on your own.
  • Have difficulty handling constructive criticism and complete honesty

"The best thing I learned was to do a very detailed outline so that when it came to writing the heart of the story, everything was in place: names, dates and details, etc. Then the words just needed life injected to make the story alive and enduring. I also liked the group calls and listening to the challenges each of us faced and how we dealt with them. I found Sophfronia to be so very encouraging with even the smallest effort on my part.”                

Donna Forster
Victoria, British Columbia

 

"I gave myself one of the best gifts this year. Joining the Inner Ciricle Group, I learned so much from the materials and the other writers on the calls. I wasn't alone in my search, there where others just like me. I accomplished things in this program that, on my own, would have taken me years to do. I have completed chapters for my book in the months that I was in the program. The best thing about the program was being involved with a like-minded group and the support and care that came with it. I believe I will see my book in Barnes and Noble one day.”                

Karen Huff
Bangor, CA

 

"Thank you! Thank you!! Thank you!!!

Sophfronia, without your dedication and expertise my manuscript would still be in my head and not in print. The Inner Circle Workshop is such a Godsend for authors, especially those new in this writing game like myself. I was delighted to learn of the workshop and I can’t tell you enough, how much I enjoyed being a part of it. I started my manuscript in February and completed it in August. My book, A Daughter’s Cry, is about restoration from many years of brokenness and bad choices. While I used true accounts of my life it was very difficult deciding what was relevant. I valued your frankness and motivation.

The entire workshop was awesome especially the time dedicated to marketing. The weeks of Writing Challenge were extremely motivating. During the course of the workshop I had many distractions, I valued your suggestions on focusing and achieving goals.

Alake’ A. Rowland
Columbia, S.C.
Author, A Daughter’s Cry

 


Okay Sophfronia, Sounds Great. What's My Investment and Commitment for You to Help Me Complete My Book, Get Published, Build My Writing Career and Gain the Creative Freedom I Want?

Before I tell you, let's do a quick review of what you get:

  1. Two Class Calls a Month Via Phone Where I'll Take You Step-By Step Through the Writing, Publishing and Marketing of Your Book
  2. Your Own Copy of THE BOOK SISTAH'S 21-STEP GUIDE TO WRITING, PUBLISHING & MARKETING YOUR BOOK (a $297 value!)
  3. 2 PRIVATE Coaching Sessions Including Manuscript Review
  4. Open Office Hours Each Month for Extra Questions

Your investment in The Book Sistah's Inner Circle Workshop is:


$149 a month for four months

Note: You must commit to the entire 4 months.

You must complete an application via EMAIL in order to enroll.

Believe me, you can completely transform your writing, your book project, your career, and your life during that time, with someone like me fully supporting you!

Or you can continue to struggle along on your own. The choice is yours.

If investing this kind of money for UNLIMITED ACCESS to a personal, private mentor to help you complete your book and successfully sell it seems like a lot of money to you, consider all the authors who have spent that kind of money on boxes and boxes of a mediocre book that are sitting in their garages and basements and hasn’t made them a single dollar!

And, consider the hundreds of hours of time you will WASTE trying to learn everything on your own -- you could spend the next five years floating on “cloud clueless” and not make a dime, or even worse, go into tons of debt from having a poor publishing plan or -- worse -- buying information on strategies you can't or just won’t put into action.

Classes Begin January 8, 2008 – You Must Act Quickly!

IMPORTANT : I will be very selective in whom I work with. Again, you must be clear in what you want, ready to move forward, and willing to work hard.

I've worked hard to make this workshop affordable. If you can’t afford this program, then you’re probably not ready for it right now.

If you're ready to commit, the question left is...

Are YOU ready to play BIG with me?

Download the The Book Sistah Inner Circle Workshop APPLICATION now.

Print it out, complete it, and either fax it back or EMAIL YOUR RESPONSES to me at sscott@thebooksistah.com. No payment is required at this stage. If you qualify, we’ll contact you within five business days to set up a personal interview.

Don't wait or you may miss out.

I look forward to the possiblity of working with YOU, one on one!

 

All my best wishes for your publishing success,

 

 

Sophfronia Scott
"The Book Sistah"

PS: Remember, since so much of my personal time is involved I won't be able to accommodate everyone who wants to enroll in the Inner Circle Workshop. I may have to close membership at any time. Don’t be left out! Ensure your place by applying NOW!

 
 
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