Lectures and Workshops

Lectures and Workshops

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Mark Ortman, author and workshop leader says: "Getting my expectations bruised and learning the hard way have been my best teachers. Save yourself the trouble by dreaming with your eyes open." After receiving a Master's Degree in Communication from the University of Denver, he spent twelve years in the training and development field, and was the recipient of ten national instructional awards for his inspiring teaching style. His published work include: Now That Makes Sense! Relating to People With Wit and Wisdom, So Many Ways to Say Thank You, The Teacher's Book of Wit, the award-winning Simple Guide to Self-Publishing and A Simple Guide to Marketing Your Book. He also plays keyboards and has released Wednesday's Dream, an album of relaxing instrumental music. Mark lives in the Pacific Northwest. Phone (360) 671-5858 email: mark@wiseowlbooks.com
"Mark has a unique grasp of publishing.
His message is captivating, inspiring and practical."
- Lawrence Wall, author of the best-seller The Road to Success

Lectures

Mark is available to speak at conferences, libraries, writers' groups. bookstores and colleges on various publishing topics such as:

Is Self-Publishing The Answer?
Debunking the Book Publishing Myths
The Future of Book Publishing
The Essentials of Book Marketing
The Perfect Pitch - Attracting Media Attention
A Simple Guide to Finding a Publisher

Workshops

Mark also conducts his popular workshop series on book publishing for writers, authors and independent publishers. Both workshops are conference favorites and may be sponsored in your area. Phone (360) 671-5858 for schedule and price information.

Book Writers...Get Published!
The Writers' Guide to Book Publishing

How many times have you said, "I know it's good! Now if I could only get it published!" Turn your dream into reality. This three hour workshop is the one-stop answer for anyone who wants to know the requirements, costs and options of getting a book published. learn:

What writers must know before they decide to publish
Ways to protect your work under the current copyright law
How to find, then attract a commercial publisher or agent
The costs and expense to publish on your own
The many ways books are distributed and sold in the United States

A Simple Guide to Marketing Your Book

Do you want more book reviews, media attention and broader distribution? Are you reaching all the markets for your book? Get answers and learn a sure-fire approach to marketing your book in this enlightening half-day workshop. Each participant will leave with a specific action plan clearly defining your audience(s), and the most cost-effective ways of reaching them. Also:

Network with other writers, authors and publishers
Learn strategies to gain favorable media attention
Distribution: The WHERE"S, the DO"S and the DON"Ts
Creative and cost-effective way to generate publicity and promotion
Marketing your book on the Internet

E-Mail Us: publish@wiseowlbooks.com

Phone Us: (360) 671-5858 USA

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