Do you want to self-publish a picture book but don’t know where to start?

you are in the right place.

Hi! I’m Courtney, and I have successfully self-published two children’s picture books. That Witch and The Story of Goldie are beloved and live on thousands of kid’s bookshelves now. I want to help you make the picture book of your dreams, too.

After receiving many requests and questions about my process, I made this guide. Hopefully, it’s for people like you who want to self-publish a picture book but don’t know where to start. I can help with that.

I created Delightful to guide you not only through the process of creating a book but to create a book that delights both children and adults. Something that excites you and brings you and others a sense of joy.

A sense of wonder. A sense of play. A sense of delight.

WHAT YOU WILL GET OUT OF THIS COURSE

  • A PLAN.

    You can create the story of your dreams if you take the first brave step and have a solid timeline and plan. We will review the budget and time requirements to be successful.

  • LANGUAGE.

    There is a whole language to publishing that you’ll need to know to be able to navigate the self-publishing process. You’ll learn the key terms necessary to talk about layout, colors, structure, cover design, and more.

  • CONFIDENCE.

    Working through the guide will deliver the knowledge and tools to have the confidence to begin your self-publishing process. Learn from my experiences.

WITH HARD WORK AND THe delightful COURSE, YOU CAN HAVE THE KNOWLEDGE IT TAKES TO PLAN, CREATE, AND PRODUCE YOUR VERY OWN PICTURE BOOK.

 

  • WHAT THIS COURSE IS...

    • a thorough guide to the process of self-publishing for writers and illustrators

    • a look at the logistics of budgeting, ordering, and shipping your books

    • resource-filled to prepare you to make and market your book

    • guided by real experiences and with practical knowledge to implement, not just the concept-based learning often given in masterclasses

    • a solid jumping-off point for people serious about self-publishing their first book, specifically a hardcover picture book

  • WHAT THIS COURSE IS NOT..

    • it’s NOT only for people who can do it all! Whether you are only an illustrator or writer, this course is for people who will be in charge of the book-making process. That can be any of us!

    • a full, thorough tutorial for using the technology necessary to create your book. There are some tutorials included, but the majority of the time is focused on the production process.

    • a look at every way that self-publishing is possible. I will educate based on my experiences and knowledge, but this is a vast field with many different processes available.

From Kate with @creationsbyKK

“I am so happy I purchased this course. It is the best step-by-step guide I could have asked for - Courtney lends her personal knowledge and resources from her own journey to help you along with yours. She is honest about the work behind the finished product, and also what it takes to get you there. I finished with an understanding of what to do next but most of all belief that I can do it too! This course is a must-have if you want to embark on your own journey of self-publishing!”

“Delighted gives you just that- DELIGHT in knowing you are able and can self-publish your own book. Courtney is encouraging, candid, and helpful in what it takes to write, edit, design, and manufacture your written stories. I was so impressed by the deep dive and examples she gives on how to get there- from the research and resources she provides to the videos and tutorials to make it happen. I finished with not only an understanding of what I need to do but most importantly the belief that I can do it too! This course is invaluable if you are on the journey of self-publishing!”

Use the button below to register for the course. You’ll have access as long as the website is live. As content is added, you will have access to that, as well. Let’s do this!

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The Guide to Self-Publishing a Picture Book Until the end of June of 2024, Delightful is free for all members :)

 

What is in this course:

  • A series of 30 videos on all the stages of self-publishing a video, from coming up with an idea to marketing your completed book.

  • A private blog with posts specific to information about self-publishing, like shipping and process.

  • Links to custom resources

  • A workbook printable that follows all the course videos and has outlines for budgeting, marketing, new vocabulary, and more.