Welcome
Welcome to the Publisher School opening February 2023. See a complete list of available classes.
Upcoming Classes
#100 ♦ 100 Questions to decide if you want to be a Publisher
Red Diamond Class (EASY)
100 questions to decide if you want to be a publisher. We polled a group and asked all the right questions to fill in gaps of understanding who and what a publisher is. Join us for this fun informative class. Bring your questions.
Foundation of a Professional Publisher $300
4-2HR Sessions Start Date Apr 7th, 2023
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
3P-5P [4 Fridays]
Meetings: Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 Class ID # 100-303S1-3P
#101 ♦ Foundation of a Professional Publisher
Red Diamond Class (EASY)
Explore the 2023 expectations of a professional publisher and your personal goals and count the cost. Ensure customer satisfaction while promoting quality service. We will examine the legal responsibilities of dealing with copyrighted material and securing office files.
Foundation of a Professional Publisher $300
4-2HR Sessions Start Date Apr 7th, 2023
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
12P-2P [4 Fridays]
Meetings: Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 Class ID # 101-303S1-12P
#102 Book Covers Good, Bad and Ugly
Red Diamond Class (EASY)
102 explores book covers, good, bad and ugly. Learn the basics of what makes an awesome cover. We will work with several cover templates utilized by KDP and conventional printers including wrap around paperback and full-bleed.
Book Covers Good, Bad and Ugly $300
Class ID #102-120s1-9A
4-2HR Sessions Start Date Apr 7-23
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
9A-11A [4 Fridays]
Meetings: Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 Class ID #102-303S1-9A
#103 Marketing with Amazon Ads
Red Diamond Class (EASY)
Examine how to tell if a book will sell on Amazon using the latest software technology. The student will set up a sample marketing ad on Amazon.
Marketing with Amazon Ads $300
4-2HR Sessions Start Date 7-7-23
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
9A-11A [4 Fridays]
Meetings: July, 7, 14, 21,28 ID#103-707s1-9A
#104 Using KDP to publish a paperback
Red Diamond Class (EASY)
104 will walk through the process of publishing a paperback using Kindle Direct Publishing as an option. Take a look at royalty structure, sales options, and Author Central. Obtain a personalized URL on Amazon.
Using KDP to publish a paperback $300
4-2HR Sessions Start Date 6-2-23
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
3P-5P [4 Fridays]
Meetings: June, 2, 9, 16, 23 ID#104-602s1-3P
#201 Software and Formatting Books
Blue Diamond Class (MODERATE)
201 is an overview of the premiere pagination software for the professional formatting of books. We will open Adobe Suite and provide an overview of its capabilities, demonstrating several sizes of books. We also include a lesson on Fonts, glyphs, file hierarchy options, and organizing publishing project files.
Software and Formatting Books $300
4-2HR Sessions Start Date Apr 7-23
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
12P-2P [4 Fridays]
Meetings: Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 Class ID # 201-407S1-12P
#202 Coaching an Author through the Process of Publishing a book
Red Diamond Class (EASY)
Become a coach who visualizes the author’s goals and helps to achieve a realistic outcome. We will examine several types of books with specific editing goals for flow, sentence structure, and punctuation. Learn how to coach an author through an Agenda to Publish.
Coaching an Author through the Process of Publishing a book $300
4-2HR Sessions Start Date May-5-2023
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
3P-5P [4 Fridays]
Meetings: May 5, 12, 19, 26 Class ID # 202-303S1-3P
#301 Design and Lab 6x9
Black Diamond Class (DIFFICULT)
301 is Design and Lab. We will create a 6x9 200-page book in InDesign using a template, look at the integration of photos and line art, and set the copyright date. Photoshop and Illustrator have seamless integration with InDesign providing instant editing of pictures and drawings.
Design a 6x9 book with InDesign Suite. Intro to tools and editing photos. $300
4-2HR Sessions Start Date 4-7-23
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
9A-11A [4 Fridays]
Meetings: Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 Class ID # 301-407S1-9A
#302 Design and Lab 6x9
Black Diamond Class (DIFFICULT)
302 is Design and Lab. We will create a 6x9 200-page book in InDesign using a template, add automatic pagination, and work with layers and color swatches. We will add pages, omit pages and work with the master to affect the entire manuscript simultaneously.
Design a 6 x 9 book in InDesign. Pagination, paragraph styles and layers.
4-2HR Sessions Start Date 5-5-23
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
9A-11A [4 Fridays]
Meetings: May, 5, 12, 19, 26 ID# 302-505S1-9A
#303 Design and Lab 6x9
Black Diamond Class (DIFFICULT)
303 is Design and Lab. We will create a 6x9 200-page book in InDesign using a template, set paragraph, and character styles, and flow the text into the InDesign file. We will learn to ensure crisp photos and proper link structure. Finally, we will package the manuscript to make a high-resolution PDF which may be submitted for print.
Design a 6 x 9 book in InDesign. Paragraph styles, auto-flowing text, links and packaging for print. $300
Call office for schedule 928-567-3340
#304 Design and Lab 6x9
Black Diamond Class (DIFFICULT)
304 is Design and Lab. We will create a 6x9 200-page perfect bound book cover in InDesign using a template, link a cover picture, rotate the spine text and allow room for trimming. The end result is a high-resolution PDF ready to submit to a printer.
Design a 6x9 200-page book Cover in InDesign for a perfect bound book. $300
Call office for schedule 928-567-3340
#321 Design and Lab 6x9
Black Diamond Class (DIFFICULT)
321 is Design and Lab using InDesign and Photoshop. We will download a 6x9 200-page perfect bound book cover template from KDP and create a wrap-around book cover extending the photo. This book has a spine.
Make the picture wrap around the Cover using InDesign & Photoshop.
4-2HR Sessions Start Date 6-2-23
AZ Time Live and ZOOM
Class Schedule
9A-11A [4 Fridays]
Meetings: June, 2, 9, 16, 23 ID# 321-602S1-9A
Class SChedule APR-May 2023
Class Schedule Mar-Apr 2023
Information about the School
Contact Information
THE PUBLISHER SCHOOL
Dream Big Dreams
439 S. 6th St. Camp Verde, AZ 86322
PH. 928-567-3340 sheri@gloryboundpublishing.com
Purpose of the School
The Publisher School provides up to date, accurate training for those who are seeking answers to publishing. Glorybound Publishing was established in 2005 by Sheri Hauser in Las Vegas, Nevada. After extensive education and experience publishing over 700 books, they are opening an education program exclusively to educate book publishers.
Three areas:
- [1] Professional Publishing with an Emphasis on a 6 x 9 paperback.
- [2] Professional Publishing with an Emphasis on a Full-Bleed Children’s book.
- [3] Professional Publishing with an Emphasis on an E-Book.
The program begins in February 2023, opening up with [1]. Classes are taught live and via ZOOM [AZ Time] with a 5 student limit per class. The classes are 4 weeks with 2 hour sessions for one month. Cost is $300/class.
About our Classes
The most professional way to publish books is by utilizing pagination software in coordination with Photoshop. Adobe Suite includes InDesign, Photoshop, and Professional Acrobat. The classes are organized according to difficulty similar to a ski slope. The Red diamond ♦ is EASY, the Blue diamond ♦ is MODERATE, and the Black diamond ♦ is DIFFICULT. Three-hundred and four-hundred level classes have labs with parameters building certain elements of book design which need the programs for the student to build what is needed to pass the class. It is not necessary to purchase the programs because they are [usually] offered on a limited trial basis by Adobe. One-hundred and two-hundred level classes give the student a flavor of what is needed to become a professional publisher, so there is plenty of time to decide if the software needed to accomplish the three-hundred level classes is where the student desires to go. Please consult the website for further information.
Let us help you with your goals of becoming a professional publisher. We believe that if you dream big and work hard you can produce awesome books!
The Publisher School Operations & Policies
Additional Information
Operations
The Publisher School is credentialed by Glorybound Publishing and established to set the standard for publishing books in the US. The credential is based on the educational experience obtained over 20 years as Glorybound Publishing grew into the largest publishing company in Northern Arizona. It is a private school which has streamlined essential elements needed to become a professional publisher.
Each class has a study packet. The standard of excellence proof for the student is when he/she submits the Study Packet at the end of the sessions. At that time, the student will be issued a certificate of completion [for that course or combination of courses]. The class size is limited to ensure personalized instruction recognizing the subject is somewhat difficult.
The Publisher School is targeted as adult education recognizing those taking the courses are motivated by their need to obtain the knowledge indicated within each class. Therefore, the classes are offered at various times recognizing those who wish to have other responsibilities edging their schedule. A goal for the program is to offer accurate, up to date, highly compressed education related to publishing.
The classes are organized similar to college with entry-level class numbers 100, secondary level 200 and advanced classes 300 numbers. They are aligned to offer 2-hour sessions once a week for 4 weeks. There are diamonds next to the class listing which indicate the level of difficulty. They are like a ski slope. Red diamond is an easy class with no pre-requisites, blue diamond is moderate and may recommend a first level class, and black diamond classes are difficult.
- The label on the class indicates the name. The diamond color refers to the level of difficulty. Additionally, the classes are labeled according to the subject.
Publishing-Information [related to publishing]
Basic Book [Design + Lab 6x9]-Information plus a project. A 6x9 paperback book built in InDesign.
E Books [Design + Lab 6x9 E-Book] Information + project. A 6x9 built in InDesign converted to an E-book.
Children’s Book [Design + Lab 8x10]- Information plus a project. A 8x10 full-bleed paperback book built in InDesign.
Marketing-Information plus a project. Build an Ad on Amazon.
Passing Requirements: Each class has requirements to receive a Certificate of Completion in the class. The Red and Blue Diamond classes have an interactive lesson plan. There is no requirement for class attendance. If the participant fills out the interactive lesson plan and returns it at the end of the class session, then he/she will receive a digital copy of a certificate of completion. Paper certified, stamped copies are available for additional cost ($75).
The Class schedule will be available on the Glorybound website with payment options.
On the website: Class description, Expected Outcome, Date & Time, Instructor, Cost
When the individual registers for a class a ZOOM link will be sent out. A week prior to the class, the syllabus will be emailed. We recognize by experience, that ZOOM provides an excellent learning environment, and often, is more convenient to attend classes. Therefore, it is students’ preference to come to the office [Glorybound Publishing] or attend the ZOOM session.
Policies
No refunds on payment for classes. If there are circumstances that a student is unable to attend the class, he/she will receive a credit which may be used for another class or the same class in the future. To receive a credit, it must be requested in writing within two weeks of the missed class.
Contingencies:
Full Class-If the class is ‘full’ the instructor has the option to accept additional students, or the student can push to enter the next scheduled class time.
Late Arrival is reserving a spot in a class during the same week the class is taught. Additional $50.
Crashing a Class-A student may crash a class (same day) by phoning the office or sending an email. It must be approved by the instructor of the class to ensure space availability. Upon approval the student may pay for the class via credit card taken over the phone at that time. Additional $85.
Challenge a class to skip a pre-requisite. Classes which may be challenged:
#201 [Overview of the process of formatting a book using InDesign Suite Software]
The class may be passed by challenge demonstrating knowledge of InDesign Suite by showing the instructor the ability to construct a 6x9 book using InDesign [from the foundation]. 2-hour time allotted scheduled at instructor’s discretion via ZOOM. Call or email to schedule a Class Challenge. $175
Miss a Class-A student may opt to attend the next time the class is taught. Additionally, if the instructor is available, a student may schedule a private make-up class ($95).
Learn More
Do you have more questions? Feel free to utilize the contact page on this website.