This summer, we’re bringing the community together with 10 live sessions designed to fuel your creativity and build momentum for Author Nation.
You’ll hear directly from the teams at BookFunnel, Reedsy, Draft2Digital, PublishDrive, and Vinci Books, with two sessions each, covering everything from writing sprints to hands-on publishing workshops.
Every session is different, but all are focused on connection, insight, and inspiration.
For every session you attend, you’ll earn one entry into our Summer Raffle for a chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to Author Nation 2025!
That includes your ticket, a 6-night hotel stay, and a travel stipend. The more sessions you attend, the better your odds!
Check the Schedule & Save Your Spot
Use the links below to register for upcoming sessions.
Join us live on Saturday, October 4 at 11am CT as we draw 5 winners from our list of Summer Series attendees.
We’ll also wrap things up with a live Q&A with the Author Nation team to get questions answered before the show. Winners who can’t attend live will still be notified by email!
Sessions 1 & 2:
Book Blurb Workshop
Blurb-writing just got easier—and smarter. In these hands-on workshops, you’ll write blurbs with fellow authors, then see how they stack up against PublishDrive’s powerful AI, with live feedback on what works (and what doesn’t).
Session 1:
Book Package Optimization
Your book package is the first thing readers see—make sure it sells. Learn from top-tier publisher Vinci Books how to refine your title, cover, and description for maximum impact in today’s crowded marketplace.
Session 2:
Book Cover Optimization
What makes a book cover sell? Submit your design and watch expert Stuart Bache break it down live, giving insider tips on what draws readers in—and what drives them away.
Session 1:
Writing Sprint
Join a live writing sprint powered by Reedsy Studio—an all-in-one tool for plotting, drafting, and organizing your novel. Sprint alongside fellow authors while exploring software built to streamline your entire writing process.
Session 2: First Line Frenzy
Join editor Rebecca Faith Heyman as she reviews and critiques opening lines submitted by attendees. Expect honest first impressions and practical tips for writing stronger, more impactful first sentences.
Session 1:
The 5 Reader Magnets Every Author Needs
This session will cover core BookFunnel features, including email collection pages, group promos for list building, and more.
Session 2: Connecting with Readers
Learn how to build stronger relationships with your audience using BookFunnel’s newest feature.
Session 1:
Wide2Promo: How Draft2Digital Works for YOU
Draft2Digital has a full-time promotions coordinator dedicated to helping increase visibility and discoverability on our various retail and library platforms. And, unlike some other systems, there's no additional charge for getting your book into these coveted spaces and features. So far this year, we've placed over 6,100 titles by D2D authors in announced merchandising promotions run by our global retail and library partners, and many more via direct requests thanks to trusted relationships with merchandising managers. And if that's not enough, the Smashwords store (which continues to experience record sales growth) offers some powerful DIY promotional tools. Learn more about how you can maximize these opportunities to help increase your sales.
Session 2:
How Print Books Can Increase Readership for Indie Authors
There's nothing like the feeling of holding a copy of your own book in your hands. But there's more to it than just that warm feeling of accomplishment. Did you know that print books are still the predominant reading format for most readers? Or about the long-term marketing benefits that come with the physical product? Learn more about the value of print books and the tools Draft2Digital have compiled to make it easier than ever before to make your print book dreams a reality.
Session 1:
Level Up Your BookBub Ads
Take your BookBub ad game to the next level with expert strategies on targeting, copy, design, and testing.
Session 2: Introducing Author Websites by BookBub
Learn how to create a professional, reader-friendly website in minutes using BookBub’s new website builder—no coding, contractors, or complicated tools required.
From Manuscript to Multilingual in Minutes
Authors often assume translation is expensive, slow, and out of reach. In this session, we’ll show just how fast and accessible it can be. Watch as a book is taken from English into multiple languages, using ScribeShadow’s self-serve platform.
Attendees will see each step of the process — upload, adjust, translate, download — and walk away knowing that global publishing doesn’t have to be complicated.
We'll finish with live Q&A.
Automate TikTok with AuthorScale
How this indie author earned $10,000 in a few days by automating her TikTok accounts
Most authors struggle to stay consistent on TikTok - doing it right can take 20-30 hours each week. In this live case study, you’ll discover how indie romance author Genesis cut that workload to a fraction with AuthorScale, freeing up more time to write.
Her faceless slideshow posts built a steady stream of organic royalties, and when one video hit 144,000 views, it drove $10,000 in sales in just a few days. This is a system any author can start applying today.
Join Our Writer’s Lounge Summer Series!
This summer, we’re bringing the community together with 10 live sessions designed to fuel your creativity and build momentum for Author Nation.
You’ll hear directly from the teams at BookFunnel, Reedsy, Draft2Digital, PublishDrive, and Vinci Books, with two sessions each, covering everything from writing sprints to hands-on publishing workshops.
For every session you attend, you’ll earn one entry into our Summer Raffle for a chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to Author Nation 2025!
That includes your ticket, a 6-night hotel stay, and a travel stipend. The more sessions you attend, the better your odds!
Check the Schedule & Save Your Spot
Use the links below to register for upcoming sessions.
Join us live on Saturday, October 4 at 11am CT as we draw 5 winners from our list of Summer Series attendees.
We’ll also wrap things up with a live Q&A with the Author Nation team to get questions answered before the show. Winners who can’t attend live will still be notified by email!
Sessions 1 & 2:
Book Blurb Workshop
Blurb-writing just got easier—and smarter. In these hands-on workshops, you’ll write blurbs with fellow authors, then see how they stack up against PublishDrive’s powerful AI, with live feedback on what works (and what doesn’t).
Session 1:
Book Package Optimization
Your book package is the first thing readers see—make sure it sells. Learn from top-tier publisher Vinci Books how to refine your title, cover, and description for maximum impact in today’s crowded marketplace.
Session 2:
Book Cover Optimization
What makes a book cover sell? Submit your design and watch expert Stuart Bache break it down live, giving insider tips on what draws readers in—and what drives them away.
Session 1:
Writing Sprint
Join a live writing sprint powered by Reedsy Studio—an all-in-one tool for plotting, drafting, and organizing your novel. Sprint alongside fellow authors while exploring software built to streamline your entire writing process.
Session 2: First Line Frenzy
Join editor Rebecca Faith Heyman as she reviews and critiques opening lines submitted by attendees. Expect honest first impressions and practical tips for writing stronger, more impactful first sentences.
Session 1:
The 5 Reader Magnets Every Author Needs
This session will cover core BookFunnel features, including email collection pages, group promos for list building, and more.
Session 2: Connecting with Readers
Learn how to build stronger relationships with your audience using BookFunnel’s newest feature.
Session 1:
Wide2Promo: How Draft2Digital Works for YOU
Draft2Digital has a full-time promotions coordinator dedicated to helping increase visibility and discoverability on our various retail and library platforms. And, unlike some other systems, there's no additional charge for getting your book into these coveted spaces and features. So far this year, we've placed over 6,100 titles by D2D authors in announced merchandising promotions run by our global retail and library partners, and many more via direct requests thanks to trusted relationships with merchandising managers. And if that's not enough, the Smashwords store (which continues to experience record sales growth) offers some powerful DIY promotional tools. Learn more about how you can maximize these opportunities to help increase your sales.
Session 2:
How Print Books Can Increase Readership for Indie Authors
There's nothing like the feeling of holding a copy of your own book in your hands. But there's more to it than just that warm feeling of accomplishment. Did you know that print books are still the predominant reading format for most readers? Or about the long-term marketing benefits that come with the physical product? Learn more about the value of print books and the tools Draft2Digital have compiled to make it easier than ever before to make your print book dreams a reality.
Additional Education and Networking Opportunities
Session 1:
Level Up Your BookBub Ads
Take your BookBub ad game to the next level with expert strategies on targeting, copy, design, and testing.
Session 2: Introducing Author Websites by BookBub
Learn how to create a professional, reader-friendly website in minutes using BookBub’s new website builder—no coding, contractors, or complicated tools required.
From Manuscript to Multilingual in Minutes
Authors often assume translation is expensive, slow, and out of reach. In this session, we’ll show just how fast and accessible it can be. Watch as a book is taken from English into multiple languages, using ScribeShadow’s self-serve platform.
Attendees will see each step of the process — upload, adjust, translate, download — and walk away knowing that global publishing doesn’t have to be complicated.
We'll finish with live Q&A.
Automate TikTok with AuthorScale
How this indie author earned $10,000 in a few days by automating her TikTok accounts
Most authors struggle to stay consistent on TikTok - doing it right can take 20-30 hours each week. In this live case study, you’ll discover how indie romance author Genesis cut that workload to a fraction with AuthorScale, freeing up more time to write.
Her faceless slideshow posts built a steady stream of organic royalties, and when one video hit 144,000 views, it drove $10,000 in sales in just a few days. This is a system any author can start applying today.
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