Make a Book of Short Stories - by Your Students
Let your students experience the thrill of becoming published authors.
Participants will receive an invaluable learning experience and a bookstore-quality copy of the book - all for the price of a book.
Turn your students into published authors.
Guided by author Ander Louis, students will create their own short story narratives during a series of workshops. Your stories and illustrations will be published in an anthology book to keep!
Complete at your own pace
Bookstore-quality publishing of the completed book
Celebrate your young authors with a Book Launch Party
Boost confidence and ignite a love of books
Access to the Launch Pad creative writing masterclass, hosted by author Ander Louis, to help get your stories ready
Unbeatable value for money
Every student receives the finished paperback book - included in the price
Experience the process of becoming a published author, and receive a copy of the book - all for less than the price of a book
FAQs
Q: How does it work?
A: During enrolment, the school sets a Submission Deadline. This is the date you are working towards to submit one story and one illustration per participant.
Q: How do we submit our stories and illustrations?
A: Via an online portal, where each participant will complete a short webform.
Q: How do we complete the program?
A: Your cohort will be guided through a series of four checkpoints, which can be scheduled at your own pace. Each checkpoint includes a video lesson, explaining relevant tasks to be completed before the next checkpoint.
Q: What are the 4 checkpoints?
A:
Checkpoint 1: Creating a story plan
Checkpoint 2: Writing your first draft
Checkpoint 3: How to edit and proofread
Checkpoint 4: Cover illustrations
Q: How long should we allow for each checkpoint?
A: We suggest at least 2 weeks between each checkpoint. More time is encouraged, so students can take their time.
Q: Do we need to complete the checkpoints?
A: The checkpoints are optional, but they offer a story writing masterclass for your students. We recommend making time for those valuable lessons. However, if you are ready to publish now, you can skip straight to story submission.