Publishing for Creatives with Bridget Watson Payne

Khara Plicanic, Bridget Watson Payne

Dreaming of seeing your work in published form? Here’s how to make that happen!

Publishing for Creatives
  • 10 video lessons
  • 2 hours and 41 minutes of class content
  • Streaming access on desktop and mobile browsers
  • 100% satisfaction guarantee

Are you an artist, illustrator, or designer with a great book idea but no idea where to start in publishing? The publishing world can seem opaque, confusing, or daunting from the outside, and many creatives can feel tempted to give up before they even start. But, you can do it! Bridget Watson Payne is going to give you all the information you need to create a book proposal and get your work seen by publishers. Bridget, a published author and artist herself, has more than 15 years' experience inside the publishing industry and is currently Executive Editor of Art Publishing with Chronicle Books. Learn from the best!

This class will cover:

  • How to brainstorm book ideas and choose the best one
  • How to put together a great book proposal
  • How to reach out to publishers
  • How connecting with your audience supports your publishing dreams
  • And more!
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Course Instructors

Khara Plicanic

Khara Plicanic

A one-woman show, Khara has been dazzling her photo clients with outrageous service and record-breaking turnaround times since shooting her first wedding 14 years ago.

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Bridget Watson Payne

Bridget Watson Payne

Bridget Watson Payne is a writer, artist, and art book editor. With over fifteen years of experience in the publishing industry, she has collaborated with hundreds of authors and artists to make their book ideas a beautiful reality.

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Publishing for Creatives with Bridget Watson Payne is rated 5.0 stars by 11 students

  • Rebecca G. Jan 23, 2021

    This is a very empowering class to just give you the knowledge to really take a dream from just an idea to a reality. Thank you Bridge Watson Payne!

  • Princess J. Sep 16, 2020

    The class was amazing and the instructor makes the process of writing your own book an accomplishable goal!

  • Caryn S. Jun 11, 2020

    This was a stellar class! The material covered was provided as only an experienced insider could do. It was very informative, lively and exactly what I was looking for. Thank you, Bridget Watson Payne!

  • Janet H. Apr 5, 2020

    THANK YOU Bridget I found the course invaluable. For those of you reading the reviews, if you are looking to publish a creative book this is the course to take. I cannot recommend it enough.

  • Yanique S. May 3, 2019

    Amazing class!! Magnificent instructor with experience and know-how and she's also very encouraging. To quote her "It may be hard but we can do hard things"

  • Emmanuelle H. Dec 31, 2018

    Balanced glimpse into the publishing world.

  • Lisa C. Sep 20, 2018

    Many helpful insights on what aspects a pitch requires and how the publishing process works.

  • Stephanie M. Sep 20, 2018

    Bridget has a great perspective of the publishing industry from a creative standpoint, and it was so easy to follow. I got both inspired to come up with ideas to pitch, and terrified that they might actually be picked up! This class is a must-see for anyone interested in dipping their toes in the creative art publishing world, but with no idea of where to start.

  • Kimberly D. Sep 20, 2018

    Bridget knows her stuff! And she's a whole lot of fun to listen to. She is engaging, smart, and very personable. Thank you so much for such a fun and informative class.

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