Author Launchpad – Turn Your Story into a Book That Sells!

Duration: 4 Weeks
Format: Weekly live sessions (online or in-person)
Instructor: Steven Dowell, Author & Founder of Abundant Grace Publishing

Course Overview

The Author Launchpad is a power-packed, four-week program designed to help aspiring authors move from idea to published book with confidence, clarity, and strategy. Whether you’ve dreamed of sharing your story for years or just feel a divine nudge to begin, this course provides the exact roadmap you need to bring your book to life—and position it for success.

What You’ll Learn

Week 1: Build Your Foundation
Discover your “why,” identify your audience, and craft your book concept. Learn how to organize your message, outline your chapters, and set achievable goals.

Week 2: Write with Purpose
Overcome writer’s block and create a writing rhythm that works. Learn techniques for storytelling, structure, and emotional engagement so your book connects deeply with readers.

Week 3: Publish Like a Pro
Explore professional publishing options—self-publishing vs. traditional—and learn how to format, design, and prepare your book for Kindle, paperback, and hardcover. Get a step-by-step walk-through of KDP setup, ISBNs, and distribution.

Week 4: Market and Monetize
Discover how to build your author brand, design an irresistible book launch, and create income streams beyond book sales—through speaking, workshops, and online presence.

Who It’s For

New and aspiring authors ready to publish their first book

Writers who’ve started but feel stuck or overwhelmed

Ministers, entrepreneurs, or storytellers ready to share a message that changes lives

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, you’ll have:

A completed book outline and clear action plan

Confidence to publish professionally

Tools to market effectively and sell successfully

A supportive community cheering you toward your launch