From Manuscript to Marketplace: The Complete Self-Publishing Masterclass & Workbook

Live Virtual Workshop | 1.5 Hours | Interactive Q&A

Includes the 31-page downloadable workbook and printable checklist (Worth $49)

2-page printable Self-Publishing Checklist toe keep you on track (Worth $29)
Format: Live virtual class with replay available. (Worth $500)
Price: $129, including live masterclass access, replay, 31-page workbook and publishing checklist.

About the Masterclass

From Manuscript to Marketplace is the step-by-step roadmap I wish someone had handed me before I published my first children's book. After selling more than 200,000 books through Con Todo Press, I mapped out every single step, in exact order, with real costs and a realistic timeline, so you don't get tripped up by the things nobody warns you about: ISBNs, copyright, barcodes, Library of Congress numbers, and formatting to precise printer specs.

In this intensive 90-minute virtual session, we’ll cut through the confusion and walk through the exact mechanics of launching a high-quality, professional children's book. You'll leave with actionable strategies, vendor lists, and the exact 31-page workbook I use to run my publishing business.

What's Included in Your Registration

• 90-Minute Live Training: Clear, structured guidance covering all seven phases of self-publishing.
• The 31-Page Digital Workbook: Downloadable templates, budget planners, vendor links
• 2-page printable Self-Publishing Checklist toe keep you on track 
• Interactive Q&A: Live audience Q&A at the end of the session as time permits.
• On-Demand Replay: Full access to the recording so you can rewatch and take notes at your own pace.

What We Cover & What's in the Workbook

The 7 Phases of Publishing

A structured walkthrough from initial concept to active sales: Plan, Write & Polish, Illustrate, Make It Official, Format & Design, Publish & Print, and Market & Sell.

Transparent Cost Breakdowns

Clear, line-item budgeting for every stage, from a $29.50 ISBN to a $10,000 offset print run, so you can launch with zero financial surprises.

POD vs. Offset Printing Math

Direct side-by-side comparisons featuring actual per-book calculations and the exact printers I personally trust for Con Todo Press titles.

Formatting & Legal Templates

Ready-to-use copyright page templates, front/back matter checklists, and the precise “ingredients” list to hand off to your book formatter.

Working with Illustrators

Step-by-step guidance on finding and contracting an illustrator, plus why AI should never replace human artwork in children's publishing.

Bilingual Publishing Guide

Crucial insights for bilingual releases: handling Spanish text expansion (15–30% longer) and avoiding machine translation pitfalls that compromise quality.

Exclusive Workbook Bonuses

Includes a crowdfunding blueprint, budget and timeline planners, a 2-page printable checklist, and a curated resource directory with every vendor link I use.

Registration Details

$129 — Full Access Pass
Includes live 90-minute workshop access, live Q&A session as time permits, full video replay, and the complete 31-page From Manuscript to Marketplace workbook.