A 90-minute online workshop for writers who want a clear way to choose their publishing path.

There is no shortage of advice about publishing.

Traditional publishing is gatekeeping.
Self-publishing is the future.
You need an agent.
You don’t need anyone’s permission.
You’ll make more money indie.
You’ll have more credibility traditional.

It’s loud out there. And for many writers, all that noise makes the decision harder, not easier.

How Do I Decide? Traditional vs. Self-Publishing is a single-session workshop designed to help you step back from the hype and look clearly at your book, your goals, and your realistic options.

This is not a workshop arguing that one path is better than the other. Traditional publishing and self-publishing can both be excellent choices. They can also both be frustrating, expensive, slow, discouraging, or wrong for the wrong writer at the wrong time.

The question is not, “Which path is best?” The question is: Which path is best for you, your book, and where you are right now?

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to evaluate:

• What traditional publishing can realistically offer you
• What self-publishing requires of you
• How money works in both models
• How much control you want over your book
• How your genre/category affects your options
• Why platform matters, and when it matters most
• What kind of publishing timeline you’re willing to accept
• How to think about credibility, bookstore placement, marketing, rights, and long-term career goals
• When hybrid, assisted, or alternative publishing models may or may not make sense
• How to avoid making the decision based on fear, ego, misinformation, or someone else’s agenda

You’ll come away with an understanding of the tradeoffs, a more grounded view of the publishing business, and a practical framework for deciding what to do next.

This workshop is for you if:

• You’re unsure whether to pursue an agent or publish independently
• You’ve heard strong arguments on both sides and feel stuck
• You want a realistic view of the pros and cons
• You have a manuscript, proposal, or book idea and don’t know where it fits
• You’re tired of vague publishing advice that doesn’t account for your actual situation
• You want to make a smart decision before spending more time, money, or emotional energy

You’ll leave with:

• A sense of your best publishing path
• An understanding of the publishing options available to you
• A decision-making framework you can apply to your current book and future books
• A realistic picture of what each path demands
• Next steps for moving forward with more confidence

This is a fair, practical look at your publishing options. You won’t be pressured toward one path. You won’t be told there is only one right way to publish. You’ll get clear, direct guidance to help you make a better decision for yourself.

If you’ve been asking, “Should I try traditional publishing or self-publish?” this workshop will help you stop spinning and start deciding.

This workshop includes time for Q&A at the end, so you will get your questions answered.

Cost: $125