602 The Memoir Book Proposal: How to Turn Your Story into a Book That Sells (ENGLISH)
Memoir · Beginner
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Sunday, February 14 · 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
$125
In this 90-minute workshop, HarperCollins Senior Editor Maddie Pillari guides writers of all levels through how to take a memoir idea and turn it into a clear, compelling, and market-ready book proposal. We’ll break down the essential elements of a strong proposal, from choosing effective comps that position your book in the marketplace, to shaping a persuasive overview, to selecting sample material, to framing your author platform, to everything in between. Whether you’re starting from a spark of an idea or refining an existing draft, this workshop will help you distill your story into a detailed memoir proposal that stands out.
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