Welcome to Author Pro with Valerie Biel!
I’m an award-winning author, a publicity professional, and a highly-rated educator on writing, publishing, and book promotion topics. My Author Pro courses and services allow me to share my knowledge and make your publishing adventure as easy as possible, whether your goal is to traditionally or independently publish.
These are the courses that I wish had been available to me!
Scroll down for a full list of courses, author-support services, and free downloads!
(Use the category buttons for quick access to the type of content you're looking for.)
These are the courses that I wish had been available to me!
Scroll down for a full list of courses, author-support services, and free downloads!
(Use the category buttons for quick access to the type of content you're looking for.)
Digital downloads
- Free
10 Steps to Query Letter Writing Success
Good query letter writing seems like a mysterious process, but its necessity to landing an agent or editor makes for a pressure-filled, intimidating task. But it needn't be! In truth, writing a query letter is rather formulaic. I’ve split the process into ten manageable steps, so you can create a letter that will stand out from all the others flooding agents' and editors' email inboxes on a daily basis.
- Free
13 BOOK MARKETING TIPS - for before, during, and after your launch!
Today, I'm giving you my best 13 book marketing tips for before, during, and after your book launch. So often authors reach out to me after their book has launched and they’re disappointed with sales and aren’t sure what to do to. This equally affects those who publish traditionally and independently. It's incredibly difficult to sort through all the book marketing tips and information available. I hope this list ...
- Free
7 Steps for the Beginning Writer
How to get started. Seven clear steps to follow for the beginning writer.
- Free
Manuscript Editing in 6 Stages
Tackle whole manuscript editing with these six stages. FREE PDF DOWNLOAD
- Free
Media Kit Checklist
Create your media kit with this handy checklist created specifically for authors. FREE PDF DOWNLOAD
- Free
Tools to Make Your Writing Life Easier
I'm devoting an entire guide to my favorite products and platforms that make my writing life easier. These are my secret weapons! (Well – not so secret anymore!) Some of these are free and some are well-worth the money, depending on where you are in your publishing journey/adventure.
- Free
Why you need an imprint!
Why you need one when you publish independently and how to set one up!
Courses
- $50
1-hour Consultation
1-hour discussion/Q&A on any publishing/writing topics. After completing your purchase, you will fill out a survey, and we'll schedule a time to talk.
- $25
Are Writing Contests Worth the Fees?
We all want a shiny gold sticker for our book cover! With more and more writing contests popping up every day, learn how to determine which contests are reputable, whether entry fees are acceptable, and how to make the most of an award win.
- $159
Building Your Online Author Image
A guide to creating an engaging, professional, and consistent online image across multiple platforms.
- $20
Goodreads Tutorial
Learn how to set up and use the features of your Goodreads author profile (with a few notes about other popular review sites.)
- $99
How to Promote Your Books with Traditional Media
Yes, you can promote your books with traditional media!!
Learn how to find and connect with local, regional, and statewide media outlets in order to be featured in newspapers & magazines or on television & radio stations. I'll teach you strategies for finding an attention-grabbing hook and building a professional media kit, including a well-written press release, book information sheet, and more!
- $99
Independent Publishing Blueprint
The pros and cons of indie (self) publishing, hybrid publishing, and traditional publishing, plus a detailed blueprint for successful indie publishing--business concerns, options for print, ebook, audiobook and much, much more.
- $99
Listen Up! Audiobook Production for Authors
We'll discuss why authors should produce audiobook versions of their stories to expand their revenue streams and examine the details (including costs) of the most popular production paths with ACX and Findaway Voices. You'll get tips on how to pick your narrator and work well with them to ensure a great finished product. We'll finish up with the best audiobook promo and marketing advice.
- $25
Make the Most of Your Author Profile at Online Retailers
Learn how to utilize Amazon Author Central and your author profiles at other online retailers & book distributors.
- $99
Online Author Image - Professional Audit
Do you already have a website, social media accounts and more online? Do you want to make sure you're doing everything possible to present the best image? I can help!
- $50
Publication Path Consultation
A 1-hour conversation to guide you toward the best path for publication based on your goals, writing genre, and project readiness. After completing your purchase, you will fill out a survey, and we'll schedule a time to talk.
- $50
Query Letter Edit
Let me help you create a precisely written query that grabs the attention of agents and/or editors. (Turn-around time 14 days or less.)
- $25
Quick Consultation (30 minutes)
30-minute discussion/Q&A on any publishing/writing topics. After completing your purchase, you will fill out a survey, and we'll schedule a time to talk.
- $99
Social Media for Authors
Learn how to set up and utilize five different social media platforms, focusing on guidelines for authors. We'll cover Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Plus, we'll review management tools to help you stay on top of your social media presence. Scroll down to view course contents.
About Valerie Biel
She is the author of the award-winning, Celtic-mythology inspired Circle of Nine series. When she’s not writing (or traveling), she’s assisting other authors with their projects or teaching about writing and publishing at writerly events. She has a degree in Journalism and Political Science, and lives in the Midwest with her husband and occasionally an adult child (or two). She regularly dreams of a cottage on the Irish coast where she can write and write.
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What Customers Are Saying . . .
“Thanks to Valerie Biel whose guidance, wisdom, and invaluable assistance has promoted Weepers to more people and places than I could have imagined. In addition, her generous and kind but direct manner has provided me with, not only a publicist, but also a trusted and brilliant friend.” – Award-winning author, Nick Chiarkas
"Working with Valerie is fun, she develops promotions I would never have thought of and always works with me, not for me. Working with Valerie is an opportunity every independent author should seriously consider.” - Rex Owens, author of the Murphy’s Troubles Series
"Working with Valerie is fun, she develops promotions I would never have thought of and always works with me, not for me. Working with Valerie is an opportunity every independent author should seriously consider.” - Rex Owens, author of the Murphy’s Troubles Series
“The thought of designing a website was totally intimidating to me, but a necessity for building a proper platform for my book. However, Valerie turned a daunting project into an exciting and creative process. I love the end-result and so do my colleagues and readers.” – author Maryclaire Torinus (Hospice Help Pro)
"Valerie Biel’s energy and enthusiasm for helping fellow writers achieve success earns five stars. I’ve attended workshops and online classes including Building Your Online Author Image where she gives practical, detailed information. Whether it’s how to find an agent, become more comfortable with social media, or writing tips in general, she keeps fellow writers up to date and freely shares her favorite tips." - Amy Laundrie, author
"Valerie Biel’s energy and enthusiasm for helping fellow writers achieve success earns five stars. I’ve attended workshops and online classes including Building Your Online Author Image where she gives practical, detailed information. Whether it’s how to find an agent, become more comfortable with social media, or writing tips in general, she keeps fellow writers up to date and freely shares her favorite tips." - Amy Laundrie, author
Polishing Your Image
Improving Your Visibility
Launching Your Literary Dreams
No Matter Where You Live!
Improving Your Visibility
Launching Your Literary Dreams
No Matter Where You Live!