THE BOOK PROPOSAL INCUBATOR
January 6th -February 24th, 2026
It’s time to write your book
Do you have a fantastic idea for a nonfiction book but don’t know where to start?
Have you been working on a proposal, but you are feeling stuck and overwhelmed?
Have you submitted a proposal, but no one is interested?
We can help.
The Book Proposal Incubator is designed to help you get unstuck, hone your idea, and create a proposal that will stand out with agents and editors. You will learn how to avoid common pitfalls and mistakes, and create a proposal that sells you and your book.
Classes are small and include individual feedback, worksheets, templates encouragement and advice.
Class is taught by bestselling author Sara Bliss along with two guest speakers, including agents, editors or authors.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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1:1 Feedback
Sara reviews each assignment, providing feedback and notes on where to improve.
At the end of the course, Sara will do a 45-minute 1:1 session with each student to review entire proposal and recommend next steps.
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Small Classes
Each class is 90 minutes long and taught over Zoom. We keep classes small so that each student gets full attention on their project.
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Expert Instruction
The course is created and taught by Sara Bliss, a bestselling writer who has helped dozens of authors and celebrities write non-fiction book proposals that publishers fight over.
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Interactive Teaching
Live classes include instruction, discussion, peer review, and Q&A. The course will include assignments, worksheets, templates, insights, case studies and industry guest speakers.
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Industry Experts
Two expert speakers include:
A first-time author, a top non-fiction literary agent or editor will share insights into the publishing process, what sells, what doesn’t and how to successfully sell your proposal.
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Deadlines
Every writer needs deadlines and accountability to keep moving forward. To stay on track, students will receive weekly homework, worksheets and feedback on assignments.
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The Book Proposal Incubator
January 6th - February 24th
8 sessions
Tuesdays, 7:30-9pm
$1995 for signups before December 18th (regularly $2300)
(Installment payments are available at checkout)