Learn how to turn your finished manuscript—memoir, novel, poetry, nonfiction, photography book, or life story—into a professionally published work. This class guides you through the full publishing process, including how to find traditional publishers, explore self-publishing options, format your book, and design a professional cover.

You’ll also learn how to produce printed copies for personal use or distribution, and understand how published authors build visibility and opportunities such as speaking engagements and royalties.

Instructor Preethi Fernando, author of 15 published books and recipient of Stephen King’s Haven Foundation Award, shares practical industry insight from her publishing experience.

This class is ideal for seniors, retirees, working professionals, and lifelong learners interested in the publishing process and bringing their completed work to life.  Please note: this is not a writing instruction class.

The Zoom link will be sent prior to the class start date.

Have you ever listened to a commercial, an animation, or an audiobook and thought, I wonder if I could do that? If you want to earn income from home using your voice, voice acting could be a good fit. It’s natural to have questions. Is the industry too competitive? Do you need expensive equipment? How do you find work? This introductory class answers those questions honestly and gives you a clear, realistic view of how to begin. You’ll explore different types of work, practice reading a script, and receive coaching and feedback. A follow-up evaluation will help guide your next steps. In this personalized 90-minute session, you’ll meet a professional, read a script, and get coaching. Learn more at http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo. Upon registration, you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class. Participants must be 18 or older.  

Requirements:  Students must have internet access and video chatting capabilities using a method such as Zoom, Skype, or iChat/FaceTime.

Upon registration, you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience.