EVOLV Academy
Complete Course Curriculum
The comprehensive guide that fills the gap between writing and successful publishing.
Flexible approaches for different learning styles and writing situations.
Real authors who followed this process from blank page to published book.
Visual roadmap showing the complete process you'll master.
Understanding today's publishing landscape: opportunities and challenges.
Realistic timelines for different book types and writing schedules.
Separating publishing facts from fiction to set proper expectations.
Developing the attitude of a professional author versus a hobbyist writer.
Tools, budget considerations, and support systems for success.
Checklist to determine if you're prepared for the writing journey ahead.
Honest evaluation of your current situation and goals.
How clarity of purpose sustains you through the entire process.
Educational, inspirational, entertainment, business, and legacy purposes.
Demographic, psychographic, and behavioral audience analysis.
Developing detailed profiles of your ideal readers.
Identifying what's missing in your genre and how you can fill it.
Ensuring your book's purpose meets actual reader desires.
Visual tool to ensure perfect match between your goals and reader needs.
Brainstorming methods that consistently produce viable book concepts.
Validating your idea before investing months in writing.
Finding fresh perspectives on familiar topics.
Crafting titles that attract attention and communicate value.
Describing your book compellingly in 30 seconds or less.
Studying successful books in your category to inform your approach.
System for evaluating and refining your book concept.
Traditional, mind-mapping, and snowflake outlining techniques.
Creating chapters that flow logically and maintain reader engagement.
Identifying core messages that unify your entire book.
System for gathering and organizing supporting material.
Realistic timelines and daily writing targets based on your lifestyle.
Tools and systems for keeping your materials accessible and organized.
Comprehensive planning document for your entire project.
Crafting a distinctive author voice that connects with readers.
Daily writing habits, overcoming blocks, and maintaining momentum.
Advanced techniques for immersive, engaging writing.
Creating scenes that move the story forward while building world.
Making complex ideas accessible and memorable.
Methods for improving drafts without losing creative flow.
Targeted exercises to strengthen your unique writing style.
Typography, margins, spacing, and readability considerations.
What to include before and after your main content.
Technical requirements for Kindle, Apple Books, and other platforms.
Paper choices, binding options, and trim sizes.
Creating covers that sell in physical and digital marketplaces.
When to hire professionals and when you can do it yourself.
Ensuring your book is readable by all audiences.
Comprehensive review list before finalizing your files.
Finding agents, writing queries, and navigating publishing houses.
Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, and other major platforms.
Combining the best of both traditional and self-publishing.
Protecting your work and ensuring proper distribution.
Getting your book into bookstores, libraries, and global markets.
Tool to determine the best publishing route for your specific goals.
Determining optimal price points for maximum revenue.
Ebooks, print, audiobooks, foreign rights, and subsidiary rights.
Pros and cons of selling through different channels.
Corporate sales, speaking engagements, and premium editions.
Monitoring income, expenses, and profitability.
Creating a consistent, recognizable author identity.
Website, email list, social media, and community building.
Building relationships with other authors, editors, and influencers.
Staying current with industry trends and improving your craft.
Sustainable practices for long-term creative health.
Planning multiple books for maximum career impact.
Building anticipation 90 days before publication.
Maximizing first-week sales and visibility.
Keeping your book selling months and years after launch.
Getting reviews that sell books and build credibility.
Using personal appearances to boost book sales.
Amazon Ads, Facebook, BookBub, and other paid promotion.
Complete promotional plan for your book's first year.
