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Michaelbrent's books have been translated into multiple languages, sold hundreds of thousands of copies worldwide, and racked up tens of millions of page reads on Amazon's Kindle Unlimited program.
In short: Michaelbrent sells more books than most New York Times Bestsellers.
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Best known for thrills (and voted one of the top 100 Greatest All-Time Horror Writers in a Ranker vote of nearly 20,000 readers), he's written bestsellers in a dozen genres, ranging from romance to horror; from sci-fi/fantasy to humor and beyond.
He's helped thousands of people learn how to up their writing game, from brand-new writers to multi-million-selling #1 New York Times and USA Today bestsellers.
About Michaelbrent's Lessons
Michaelbrent's course on story and the art and craft of writing was fantastic! I particularly enjoyed the sections on the myth of writer's block and on marke...
Read MoreMichaelbrent's course on story and the art and craft of writing was fantastic! I particularly enjoyed the sections on the myth of writer's block and on marketing. Also of note was Michaelbrent's ability to deliver the course - I could tell by the way he naturally delivered his message that he really knew his stuff. Well done, Mr. Collings!
Read LessI've been working through Michaelbrent's lessons, and the key is _working_. He gives you plenty of solid guidance and direction to practice various aspects ...
Read MoreI've been working through Michaelbrent's lessons, and the key is _working_. He gives you plenty of solid guidance and direction to practice various aspects of expressing your written creativity. Well worth the time and money for anyone looking to improve their writing from hobbyists to students to aspiring masochists, er, writers. If you're serious about learning the craft, let Michaelbrent guide some of your steps along the way.
Read LessChock full of actionable ideas and meaningful info.
Chock full of actionable ideas and meaningful info.
Read LessVery well done course. It taught me so much I never knew before. Highly recommended.
Very well done course. It taught me so much I never knew before. Highly recommended.
Read LessGreat. He's an entertaining speaker and the exercises were thought provoking and varied In all honesty I haven't finished (this is a normal thing for me not...
Read MoreGreat. He's an entertaining speaker and the exercises were thought provoking and varied In all honesty I haven't finished (this is a normal thing for me not reflective of the course.)
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Publishers Weekly says he "has a gift," The San Francisco Book Review calls his work "pretty near perfect," and Scream Magazine calls him "a master."
Michaelbrent is a standing-room-only speaker at comic cons and writing symposiums all over the United States, and he's been interviewed and featured on everything from broadcast television to NPR to top writing podcasts like Six Figure Authors, The Creative Penn, and Brandon Sanderson's Writing Excuses.
With tens of thousands of ratings and reviews of his work by readers all over the world, critics, authors, and audiences agree: Michaelbrent knows how to tell a story...
...and how to sell a story.
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World-Building in Fiction
Choosing the Right Genre: A Strategic Approach
To Series or Not To Series?
Mastering the Art of Writing a Sequel: Tips from a Bestselling Author Part II: This Time, it's Personal! (And no, there's not a part 1--I'm just doing a riff on sequels)
The Role of Beta Readers in Self-Publishing: A Lifeline for Lifers
The Role of an Editor in Self-Publishing
Fiction vs. Nonfiction--Which is Better, and Can You Do Both?
Writing for a Global Audience: Harnessing the Power of International Commerce
The ABCs of Self-Publishing: A Map To Help You Find Your Way (or keep you from getting too lost)
Exploring Other eBook Retailers: Beyond Amazon
Understanding Traditional Book Royalties
The (Dark?) Power of Pre-orders
Audiobooks: The (Still) Rising Star of Self-Publishing
The Role of Literary Agents in Self-Publishing
Decoding Copyright Laws for Indie Authors: Protecting Your Creative Realm
Decoding Kindle Unlimited: A Guide for Indie Authors
Professional Book Formatting for Indie Authors: Tips to Succeed & Pitfalls to Avoid
The Power of a Great Book Cover
Why is Little Timmy’s Face on Fire? (or how to write a good book description)
Optimizing Your (Already) Great Book Description (or Helping dumb bots who help smart people)
Building Your Author Brand: A Primer
Leveraging Social Media for Book Promotion: A Guide for Lifers
The Power of Book Reviews and How to Get Them
Why Mailing Lists Are Critical For Self-Pubs
A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words... And Can Sell YOUR Hundred-Thousand-Word Book
Mastering the Art of Author Bios: A Comprehensive Guide for Indie Authors to Boost Visibility on Amazon
Creating "Good" Facebook Ad Copy
Unleashing the Power of Launch Teams in Self-Publishing
SEO For Authors
An Indie Author's Guide to Book Bundling
How To Market Your Series
What a Great Book Cover DOES
Dealing with Rejection: Essential Strategies (part 1--the necessity of rejection)
Dealing with Rejection: Essential Strategies (part 2--make the negative a positive)
Dealing with Rejection: Essential Strategies (part 3--strategies)
Building Confidence and Overcoming Self-Doubt as a Writer
Celebrating Small Wins: Building Momentum in Your Writing Career
Self-Care for Writers: Crafting a Routine to Fuel Your Creativity and Well-Being
Mindfulness Practices for Writers: Staying Present and Accounted For
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Learn to create Facebook Ads for your books with internationally bestselling indie author Michaelbrent Collings. He'll demystify the process, guiding you through every step you have to take to create ads for YOUR BOOKS!
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Unlock the secret to endless creativity with bestselling indie author Michaelbrent Collings' course, "How to Beat Writer's Block Forever." Master the three "Ds" to eliminate creative blocks, ensure endless inspiration, and accelerate your writing!
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Let internationally bestselling indie Michaelbrent Collings show you his method for creating ebooks that look professional in just a few clicks--and under ten minutes!--using his own templates and inexpensive and industry-standard tools!
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Master bestselling book creation with internationally bestselling indie author Michaelbrent Collings. Learn high-concept thinking, audience engagement, and idea crafting to elevate your writing and captivate readers. A game-changer for authors!
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Discover the art of selling without the salesy feel. This course equips you with the skills to engage and persuade, comfortably fitting even introverts. Learn to pitch and sell in person easily with bestseller Michaelbrent Collings!
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Transform your writing journey into a successful author career by mastering the mindset of bestsellers. Learn to nurture personal and business relationships, handle feedback positively, and foster professionalism.
$150
Let internationally bestselling indie Michaelbrent Collings teach you all about ISBNs. They're more than just skinny little lines on the back of your book, they're a passport to a larger world, and understanding how to use them is critical!
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Find out how to upload your book to Amazon KDP (Amazon's ebook and printing arm) easily and understandably with the step-by-step guidance of international bestseller Michaelbrent Collings, author of over 50 titles!
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Most authors fail to run ads that work because they don't bother to figure out who their audience even is! Join international bestseller Michaelbrent Collings as he teaches you how to create an audience persona that will help you find YOUR audience!
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