Nonfiction Book Pitches That Sell: Writing a Winning Proposal

If you want to traditionally publish your nonfiction book, a strong proposal is your ticket in. In this focused workshop, you’ll learn the key components of a compelling book proposal—from crafting a powerful overview and defining your audience to identifying comps and writing a sample chapter that shines. We’ll also explore the role of an author platform, how to pitch your personal story or expertise, and how to align your book with current market trends without compromising your voice.

Participants will leave with a proposal outline, a clearer sense of what agents and editors look for, and the confidence to take their next publishing step.

Ideal For:: Nonfiction writers with a solid book concept who are pursuing (or considering) traditional publishing and want to create a professional, pitch-ready proposal.

Access Program
We want our writing classes to be accessible to everyone, regardless of income and background. We understand that our tuition structure can present obstacles for some people. Our Access Program offers writing class and seminar tuitions at a reduced rate. Most writing classes have at least one access spot available.

Please apply here for access rate tuition. Contact Susan Moore at susan@literary-arts.org if you have questions.

Liaison position
Every in-person class and seminar at Literary Arts has one liaison position. Liaisons perform specific duties for each class meeting. If you are a liaison for a class or seminar, the full amount of your tuition is covered by Literary Arts.

Apply here for the liaison position.