Publishing for Writers, Specialized Diploma
Overview
Publishing for Writers is a 6-credit specialized diploma designed to prepare aspiring authors for their path to publication. In the two courses, students will not only learn about the traditional publishing industry, but they will also learn about the process of self-publication. Some of the experiential learning components are writing and submitting query letters and synopses to literary agents and/or publishing house editors based on genre and type of publication, creating goal-oriented timelines and plans for a successful career as an author for both traditional and/or self-publishing. Successful graduates of the specialized diploma will be able to choose a publication option that best fits with their personal goals (traditional, self-publishing, independent, or hybrid).
Outcomes
Graduates of the program will:
- Be able to navigate the pathways of traditional publishing as a writer.
- Be proficient in writing a query letter for literary agents and/or editors to pursue a career in traditional publishing.
- Be skilled in the basics of self-publishing.
- Be able to formulate a goal-oriented plan for successful publication.
- Evaluate and select a publication option(s) to maximize career potential (i.e. traditional, self-publishing, hybrid).
Courses
Required Courses
| PUBL101 | Pathways to Publication for the Aspiring Author | 3 credits |
| PUBL102 | Self-Publishing | 3 credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 6