Get Your Book Out of Your Head and Into the Hands of the Right Agent and Publisher!
Get the straight scoop (and insider secrets) on how to write a polished book proposal that captures the interest of agents and publishers.
You so want to write your book.
And you know you want to get a publisher rather than self-publish.
But you’ve never written a book proposal before. And you know you need one (a great one) if you’re ever going to get the attention and consideration of a publisher or agent.
- Where do you start?
- What needs to be included?
- What’s the best way to write it?
- How can you present your book idea so it’s irresistible?
- And avoid those book-deal-killing mistakes?
Yikes! This whole book proposal thing seems so overwhelming (and more than a little intimidating). And you’re already so busy, how are you going to find the time to figure it all out?
It’s okay. You’re not the only aspiring author who feels this way!
And there is a much easier way for you to get your book proposal done and done right…without wasting time, making mistakes, or losing your peace of mind.
Hi. My name is Lisa Tener. As a faculty member for Harvard Medical School’s CME publishing course (for over a dozen years), as a presenter at writers conferences and workshops, and in my own private coaching and courses, I taught thousands of aspiring authors who faced the same doubts, obstacles and tight schedules you face now.
And the good news is...the committed authors not only went on to finish their books, they got their books published and leveraged their books into a multitude of new career opportunities, including:
- 5- and 6-figure book deals
- National publicity
- Invitations to travel and speak to audiences all over the world
- Access to top-level experts
- The launch of a whole new career
You can read some of their stories below and see for yourself.
These authors ended up with a variety of exciting results — lucrative book deals, prestigious national book awards, Amazon bestsellers, invitations to be keynote speakers at national conferences, more top-paying clients, all-expenses paid travel opportunities and the career of their dreams.
But they didn’t do it on their own.
They got the support, guidance, and expertise they needed to get their book proposal written—and get it done right—without stressing out, freaking out, or getting lost along the way.
Now, you can, too.
Note: When the 4-week course is not in session (which is currently the case), just email me for information on private book proposal coaching.
Announcing...
“Fast Track Your Book Proposal”
A 4-week Live Online Class and Book Proposal Adventure
Now you can get the clarity, guidance, accountability and insider secrets you need to finally write a top-notch book proposal for your non-fiction book.
Fast Track Your Book Proposal is a 4-8 week program that will show you how to:
- Take your book from idea to book proposal in as little as 4-8 weeks.
- Maximize your time, energy and efficiency so you can start and easily finish your book proposal without completely putting the rest of your life on hold.
- Write your best book… the one you truly want to write. Not some fill-in-the-blank knock-off.
- Avoid getting stuck, stalled or derailed.
- Structure and title your book so it resonates with your target audience.
- Write a book proposal that’s professional, polished and compelling.
- Rest assured that your book and book proposal have “the right stuff” to catapult your career to the next level of success and fill your life with new, exciting possibilities.
Signed Book Deal with Johns Hopkins
“Lisa Tener helped me focus as a writer and guided me through writing a book proposal and finding an agent. She knows the publishing industry and is gifted in offering guidance and support. This is a tough industry. She did not sugar coat it, but helped me to focus on making my book marketable and true to my goals. The result? I now have an awesome agent and my book—Calming Your Anxious Child—is being published by Johns Hopkins University Press. Lisa deserves a lot of credit for helping me go from book idea to publishing. Thank you Lisa!”
~Kathleen Trainor, author of Calming Your Anxious Child
In just 4-8 weeks, you can have a winning book proposal for your book…a book that represents the highest expression of what you know and what you want to share.
Oh, but wait! That’s not all.
Fast Track Your Book Proposal will not only guide and support you throughout your book proposal adventure, it will also show you how to:
- Position your book to appeal to the media.
- Create a brand from your book.
- Get stellar endorsements from experts, authors and celebrities.
- Generate a viral buzz for your book.
- Land an agent, or go right to landing a publisher
You’ll create your own stand-out book proposal while getting insider information on how to grow your platform, develop a marketing plan, and leverage your book into multiple income-producing opportunities.
6-Figure Contract with Scribner
““Meeting Lisa Tener at Harvard Medical School’s publishing course changed my life – I landed a 6-figure book deal with Scribner. Lisa has an ability to bring out your creativity and at the same time she understands the business end of book writing and publishing.”
~Carrie Barron, MD, co-author with Alton Barron, MD of The Creativity Cure
Signed with Random House
“Lisa helped me fine-tune my book proposal and cultivate my style and voice as a writer. She knows what agents and publishers are looking for, understands what readers want, and has a strong, instinctive sense for balancing syntax and style. Through it all, Lisa was insightful and gracious – a pleasure to work with and a tremendous asset.”
~Vint Virga, DVM, DACVB, author of The Soul of All Living Creatures, Broadway Books/Random House
Don’t for a minute worry that this journey is going to be a hard, overwhelming, time-consuming slog. Instead, you can make it an exhilarating adventure…one that ends with a you becoming a published author.
If you decide to write your book proposal all by yourself, you may start off strong, full of inspiration and determination. Then, a few weeks down the road, you slam into a wall.
You start to have days, even weeks, when you feel like you’re slogging through a swamp of resistance, writer’s block, and self-doubt. Then you find yourself coming up with some flimsy-but-acceptable excuses as to why you can’t work on your book proposal today. Or tomorrow, for that matter.
And, well, you know how the story ends…
I’m not going to let it happen to you!
When we work together in Fast Track Your Book Proposal, you can:
- Keep your creative fires burning brightly, break through resistance, conquer writer’s block and truly enjoy the process of writing and editing.
- Quickly call upon and connect with your own “Creative Muse” any time you need a boost of inspiration or fresh ideas.
- Discover and develop your authentic writing voice and unique style.
- Use your outline as a writing roadmap so you never feel lost or stuck.
- Enjoy the support, creative brainstorming and camaraderie offered by your fellow authors.
- Get step-by-step guidance to write your proposal.
- Get your personal questions answered by your writing coach and mentor (that’s me!) throughout the class.
And when you choose the silver or gold option, you will also be able to:
- Feel confident in your writing ability as you hone your skills and receive feedback and suggestions.
- Get the specific feedback you need to make your proposal stand out and be compelling.
- Schedule private calls when you need expert guidance, support or feedback.
But Before You Get Too Excited, You Need to Know…
This Program Is Not For Everybody.
Fast Track Your Book Proposal is NOT the best book development or book proposal course for you if:
Okay, I’ll admit. It was thrilling to win the Silver Stevie Award for my work with emerging authors.
But do you want to know what’s even better than winning an award?
The success stories of those who’ve taken my programs and worked with me on their book proposals.
3 Chapters in a Week; Book Deal in 6 Months
“I thought about writing a book for 17 years, but I struggled to tell my story. In January 2010, I started Bring Your Book to Life® and the ideas came so fast, I had to pull over when driving in order to take notes. The first set of exercises was so helpful that I outlined the book and wrote three chapters in the first week.
After I completed most of my first draft, Lisa showed me how to fine tune my book proposal. With her help, I got a top agent and signed a book deal. Just a year after I started Lisa’s program, I handed in my final edited chapters to my publisher. Now I’m an award winning published author.”
~Anne Burnett, Author of Step Ahead of Autism (Sunrise River Press and Winner of the Mom’s Choice Award).
Published by New World Library; Featured on Good Morning America, twice: “I felt lost until I found Lisa.”
“I felt lost until I found Lisa Tener. Lisa helped me get essential clarity by focusing on both what I felt most passionate about and what would make the book most meaningful and appealing to publishers and readers.
“Under Lisa’s guidance, I worked on my book proposal and platform. She guided me to pitch to Psychology Today where I now blog, and advised me about media opportunities. I’ve now appeared on the Today Show twice!
“Lisa’s expert assistance with my book proposal and platform, her guidance with agents, and her advice to attend Harvard Medical School’s publishing course where Lisa serves on the faculty, all helped me secure a top agent. And now my book has been published by New World Library and my work has been featured on Good Morning America.
“Lisa continues to send me links to articles or blog posts to comment on. In one case, this led to wide-ranging publicity including interviews, a scholarly journal reference, and speaking invitations. In fact over a year later that one article continues to rack up about 5-10,000 new views each week. Lisa has lots of good ideas and she also seems to have an intuitive knack of knowing when and where to put your efforts!”
~Victoria Dunckley, MD, author of Reset Your Child’s Brain
“I have a great proposal and signed with a top literary agent.”
“Taking Lisa Tener’s Fast Track Your Book Proposal program was the best thing I did to give my book momentum. I had written an entire rough draft, but was floundering with where to go with it, and what to do next. The process of writing a proposal is so different than writing my own material, I was lost and stymied.
“Lisa prodded me in simple steps to fight back to writing each day, and then tackling the proposal. For the proposal, paying for the gold program was the best investment I made in years. She broke down each section in sequence, which stimulated my own research and refinement of the draft proposal. Having her go over the drafts of each section, I think, made it successful.
“With Lisa’s help, I wrote a great proposal, signed with a top literary agent and signed a book contract with Ben Bella Books. Now, I am back writing what I love, rather than a proposal.”
~ Jon Lieff, MD
“Lisa was the one person who believed in me.”
“Lisa Tener is outstanding! She’s the reason my co-author and I are getting published this fall. I was fortunate to meet Lisa at the Harvard Book Publishing course in Boston many years ago and we stayed in touch.
“As a clinician, navigating the book publishing world is like entering a foreign land without a map or guide. Lisa helped us understand the publishing world and guided us through the overwhelming book proposal process. She helped clarify our vision and create a timeline so we could write a proposal that captured our purpose in an effective manner.
“Lisa is the one person who believed in me and pushed me to realize that it would happen and that it needed to happen.
“As a result, our cookbook for athletes and fit people, Real Fit Kitchen, was just published by Fair Winds Press. Thanks Lisa!”
~Tara Mardigan, author of Real Fit Kitchen
“I received two offers and signed a book deal with New Harbinger.”
“Lisa believed in my book, and me as a writer, before I did. With her wealth of experience, she was the perfect coach to have my back as I wrote chapters, put together a book proposal, developed my platform and figured out the best publishers for my book. She contacted acquisition editors, facilitating the process smoothly and successfully, advising me along the way. I received two offers and signed a book deal with New Harbinger. Thank you, Lisa, from the bottom of my heart.”
~Carol A. Lambert, MSW, author of Women with Controlling Partners: Take Back Your Life from a Manipulative or Abusive Partner
I can’t wait to show you how easy and rewarding it can be to write a compelling book proposal, stay inspired and feel confident in your ability to get your book out there… without wasting time, getting stuck or feeling overwhelmed.
Get Ready For the Juicy Details!
Fast Track Your Book Proposal includes award-winning book writing materials, guidance from a top expert in the field and a 4-week live online class that has all the advantages of a live workshop.
Our live sessions are highly interactive. While each class is designed to cover certain material, you tell me what you need most during our time together…. so you don’t have to sit through hours of material you don’t need or already understand.
In the live program, you will experience the same type of personal interaction, instant feedback and personal connection you usually get in a live workshop. We even have the ability to break into smaller groups for greater focus, feedback and brainstorming.
Note: at times when the live class is not being offered, you may sign up for individual work with me and access the course website and class recordings instead.
And You Can Get Started Now…Before Class Begins!
As soon as you register, you will receive:
The Quick Start to Kick- Start Your Book: Turn Your Passion into Profit, a self-study guide to give you a head start on clarifying your book’s message, concept and structure.
Plus, this program will help you create a timeframe for writing your book that works with your schedule.
And if you choose the Silver or Gold Program, You will also receive:
A private, one-on-one book writing consultation session with me in which we’ll clarify the overall concept for your book—including features, tone, overall content and more — review your outline and make sure your book appeals to the right target market. Plus, I will continue to give you feedback on your outline until you are confident that you have one that best suits your book and your market. Need more than one consultation to get clarity? No problem.
Before our first class, you can have a book concept, content and structure that is sure to engage your target market and be highly marketable.
You will also receive:
- The Savvy Author’s Guide to Write a Winning Book Proposal
- And Lisa’s proprietary Savvy Author’s Book Proposal Worksheets
We will use this additional information throughout the live teleclasses, but if you’re eager to get writing, you can start in on this material right away.
And Away We Go!
Once you’ve had a chance to clarify the concept of your book, create your outline, consult with me one-on-one (if you’ve chosen Gold or Silver) and possibly start writing your first chapter, our weekly classes will begin!
Live Teleseminar Class Schedule
Upcoming Dates TBA; In the meantime inquire about book proposal coaching and access to course materials.
| Day | Date | Time |
| Wednesday | TBA | 8:30pm ET/5:30pm PT |
| Wednesday | TBA | 8:30pm ET/5:30pm PT |
| Wednesday | TBA | 8:30pm ET/5:30pm PT |
| Wednesday | TBA | 8:30pm ET/5:30pm PT |
Note: Make up date in case of a cancellation: November 6
As Soon as you Register and Before Class Begins: Your Book Concept and Foundation
As soon as you register you’ll receive the Quick Start to Kick Start Your Book workbook, which allows you to:
- Clarify and understand your target market.
- Identify highly successful competitive books and ways in which yours is both similar and unique.
- Develop your book concept, structure and outline—including features, tone and more.
Week 1: Start Easy
- The key elements of a successful book proposal.
- How to tackle the “easy parts” (whatever that means for you).
- How to write about markets and comp books.
- Choose the optimal chapters for your samples.
- Begin writing sample chapters.
Week 2: Discover Your Voice
- The “Secrets of Compelling Writing.”
- How to uncover and develop your unique writing voice.
- Proven tips and examples for structuring your overview.
- How to create a brand around your book.
Week 3: Your Book is a Media Magnet!
- Insider tips for creating an irresistible book promotion plan.
- How to write a book that promotes itself.
- The top 5 ways to position your book so it appeals to the media.
- How to get endorsements from other experts, authors and celebrities.
- The publicity and sales secrets of best-selling writers.
Week 4: Editing Ecstasy
- The 3 sure-fire ways to transform your writing from “pretty good” to “great.”
- Priceless writing and editing tips from experienced authors.
- How to leverage your book into multiple income opportunities.
- Complete your Overview and Chapter Outlines and format your proposal.
Plus…these cool Bonuses:
- An easy grammar guide
- What to look for in a professional editor, should you choose to hire one
- How to land an agent and publisher
- Tips for connecting with agents and publishers
Pssst! I’ll also share my special strategy to make your book a viral sensation.
Get Writing, Keep Writing and Finish the First Draft of Your Book Proposal
Every aspect of this program is designed to keep you writing and focused so you finish your first draft or final draft. From weekly classes to the written materials, to the optional accountability partner system, you get the support, encouragement, structure and guidance you need to get ‘er done and get ‘er done right.
Accountability à la mode
There is nothing like the support of your fellow authors to keep you in the creative groove and on schedule. But you’ll not only have the accountability and support of the group, you’ll also have your own accountability partner. I will even give you a proven, time-saving check-in format so you and your partner keep your meetings brief, efficient and effective.
(If you’re someone who likes to get a jump on things, you can request to be assigned an accountability partner even before class begins.)
Your Own Personal Writing Coach and Editor
Throughout the program, I’ll give you my advice on how to write and finish your book. I’m there if you have questions, face a challenge or need support to get back on track. And if you sign up for the Gold or Silver Programs, you can schedule a private phone call right away.
Any Questions?
If you have any questions about Fast Track Your Book Proposal, or if you’re still not sure it’s for you, please email me. I’ll get back to you right away.
One Question You Must Be Asking…. “How Much Does It Cost?”
Choose from the following programs:*
Bronze Program: $2,497* - Note: Bronze is only available when the live class is in session (TBA)
- “Quick Start to Kick- Start Your Book” study program
- The Savvy Author’s Book Proposal Guidebook
- Lisa’s Book Proposal Worksheets
- 4 live, highly interactive teleclasses that have all the advantages of a live workshop.
- Your own accountability buddy to keep you writing and committed to the process. (optional)
- Plus, 12 Bonus Gifts!
*Please email or call Lisa before signing up to assess whether your book is a good fit for this program.
Silver Program: $4,447*
All of the above…plus:
- A private, one-on-one book concept consultation with Lisa in which we’ll clarify the overall concept for your book, review your outline and make sure your book appeals to the right target market. Need a second consultation? Not a problem.
- Continued feedback on your outline until you’re confident you have the right one.
- Detailed feedback on your entire book proposal—once through on each section, including up to 50 pages of sample chapters—from your dedicated book coach, Lisa Tener.
Note: at this time, the live sessions are not being offered, contact Lisa for a discount on the Silver program and access to the course recordings and course materials.
*Please email or call Lisa before signing up to assess whether your book is a good fit for this program.
Gold Program: $8,997*
All of the above…plus:
- Feedback and editing on your sample chapters, up to 3 additional times.
- Feedback and editing of all sections of your book proposal, up to 2 additional times.
- Up to 4 additional private coaching calls with Lisa to:
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- Brainstorm your promotion plan and platform building, and get Lisa’s expertise and bright ideas.
- Identify and develop your best ideas for an Overview that hooks agents and publishers.
- Get a quick breakthrough if you feel stuck.
- Or…you can use your 4 calls as bi-weekly coaching and check-ins, if you prefer.
*Please email or call Lisa before signing up to assess whether your book is a good fit for this program.
Just think of the limitless possibilities that can open to you once you become a published author:
- A generous book deal
- Invitations to speak, travel and be featured in the media
- A brand new business venture or phenomenal exposure for your existing business
- Connections with authority figures and your favorite celebrities
- Multiple streams of income…for life!
Your tuition for “Fast Track Your Book Proposal” may easily be one of the best high-return investments you’ll ever make in your future.
I spent over a hundred thousand dollars on my writing, marketing and entrepreneurial education at MIT—studying with many top experts, including the late Frank Conroy, who became Director of the famed Iowa Writer’s Workshop and was considered one of the top writing teachers of the last few decades. I also completed both Bachelors and Masters degrees in business management at MIT’s Sloan School of Management.
Then I spent many more years in the trenches helping clients publish and get 5- and 6-figure book deals with top publishers.
When you work with me, you’ll benefit from all of this education and experience.
As one graduate put it,
“It’s like getting a graduate school education in writing and publishing a book.”
“Fast Track Your Book Proposal” is designed to give you exactly what’s needed to help land a life-changing book deal, become an Amazon best-seller or a featured keynote speaker, and so much more. There is a whole new world of money-making and soul-satisfying opportunities available to you.
So, don’t hesitate. Let’s get your book proposal written now.
Get A Load of These Special Bonuses!
When you register for Fast Track Your Book Proposal today, you will receive all these special bonus gifts:
Writing Breakthrough: 5 Steps for Writing with Ease & Inspiration
Build Your Credentials and Platform as an Author
5 Ways to Land an Agent with a Wildly Successful Book Proposal
5 Best Ways to Meet & Pitch Top Literary Agents
Empowered Author: How to Avoid the Ten Worst Mistakes of New Authors
Choosing the Optimal Publishing Option
3 Speedy Authors Share Their Secrets For Writing A Book In Just A Few Weeks
Lisa’s Meet Your Muse Visualization
Secrets to Compelling Writing
Publishing Trends: What Agents and Publishers Are Looking For in This Market (and How to Attract Their Attention)
Michael Larsen’s Thriving in the Golden Age for Writers: 45 pages packed with tips and inspiration for authors
Audio recordings of Lisa interviewing top literary agents on the subjects of book contracts, platform building, their best tips and strategies and more.
Guarantee
If after the first class, you’re not satisfied that the class delivered what was promised, you will receive a full refund, minus administrative fees and fees for any private work we’ve done prior to class, as long as you let me know within two days of class and agree to delete (and dispose of copies of) any materials you downloaded from the website.
Note: fees for private work are: $875/hr. for the book concept consultation, $475/hr for additional consultations, $10 - $15/page reading fees or up to $35/page for feedback/guidance/editing fees for any work done on your book proposal. Pages are double spaced, 12 point font. Administrative fees vary from $250 – $500, depending on the activities.
If you wish to cancel for personal reasons before the group classes begin and we have already started our phone consultation(s) or feedback, you will not receive a refund but can receive credit towards a future class or coaching/editing.
Yes, absolutely! I want to get the coaching, support and accountability I need to write my book proposal and know how to edit it, sell it and leverage it into a multitude of opportunities.*
*Please email or call Lisa before signing up to assess whether your book is a good fit for this program.
I understand that after the first live online class, if I feel the class didn’t deliver what was promised, I can receive a full refund, minus the fee for any private work I’ve done with Lisa prior to class. I understand that this guarantee applies only if I let Lisa know within two days of class and I return all the materials in like-new condition, minus the shrink-wrap.
I understand that as a participant in the Fast Track Your Book Proposal Class, I will receive:
Bronze Program: $2,497*
Note: at this time, the bronze option is not available until the live classes resume (TBA).
- The Quick Start to Kick- Start Your Book: Turn Your Passion into Profit self-study program so I can start to clarify my message, create a structure and reasonable timeframe for writing my book, and even start writing it.
- The Savvy Author’s Book Proposal Guidebook to provide step-by-step support to write my proposal
- Lisa’s Book Proposal Worksheets (part of the Guidebook)
- 4 live, highly interactive teleclasses that have all the advantages of a live workshop, where Lisa will share the strategies she has used to help clients get 5- and 6- figure book deals, as well as provide opportunities for Q&A, laser coaching and exercises on the call.
- My own accountability buddy to keep me writing and committed to the process. (optional)
- Plus, 12 Bonus Gifts!
*Please email or call Lisa before signing up to assess whether your book is a good fit for this program.
Silver Program: $4,447*
All of the above…plus:
- A private, one-on-one book concept consultation with Lisa in which we’ll clarify the overall concept for your book, review your outline and make sure your book appeals to the right target market. Need a second consultation? Not a problem.
- Continued feedback on your outline until you’re confident you have the right one.
- Detailed feedback on your entire book proposal—once through on each section, including up to 50 pages of sample chapters—from your dedicated book coach, Lisa Tener.
Note: at this time, the live class is not being offered; contact Lisa for reduced pricing and links for the silver program using the class recordings and course materials instead.
*Please email or call Lisa before signing up to assess whether your book is a good fit for this program.
Gold Program: $8,997*
All of the above…plus:
- Feedback and editing on your sample chapters, up to 3 additional times.
- Feedback and editing of all sections of your book proposal, up to 2 additional times.
- Up to 4 additional private coaching calls with Lisa to:
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- Brainstorm your promotion plan and platform building, and get Lisa’s expertise and bright ideas.
- Identify and develop your best ideas for an Overview that hooks agents and publishers.
- Get a quick breakthrough if you feel stuck.
- Or…you can use your 4 calls as bi-weekly coaching and check-ins, if you prefer.
*Please email or call Lisa before signing up to assess whether your book is a good fit for this program.
Sign up now and you can have a book proposal by June!
Plus, you’ll know how to edit your book, sell it and leverage it into new opportunities, new clients, new sources of income or maybe even a whole new career.
And you won’t have to do it all alone.
Join me, and let’s Fast Track Your Book Proposal!
Lisa Tener
P.S. I know you’re busy and you’re probably wondering if it’s really possible to write your book proposal when you’re already so strapped for time. Let me tell you right now, it is possible. And it doesn’t have to be hard! All it takes is your commitment, a little creative planning and some strategic time management. I’ll show you how.
P.P.S. If you have any questions or need more information, please email me. I’d be happy to talk to you about your book and help you get clear about whether Fast Track Your Book Proposal is the best program for you—and we can also pick the optimal option.
Lisa Tener is an award-winning book writing coach, author, speaker and creativity catalyst. Her clients have gotten 5- and 6-figure book deals with major publishers, including Hachette, Random House, HarperWave, Hay House, St. Martin’s Press, Yale University Press, Johns Hopkins University Press, New World Library, New Harbinger, HCI, AMACOM, Fair Winds, Beyond Words and more. They have appeared on The Today Show, CBS Early Show, Oprah, Good Morning America, in the New York Times, Forbes, The Atlantic and much more. Many of her authors have won prestigious national book awards including 7 Nautilus Award winners, 4 Indie Book Awards, 3 Mom’s Choice Awards, 12 Stevie Awards, 1 IPPY Award and several others. Lisa Tener’s Bring Your Book to Life® Program won The Silver Stevie Award for Best New Service of the Year-Media in the American Business Awards and she was awarded the Silver Stevie for Coach/Mentor of the Year, among several other business awards.
Lisa's most recent book, The Joy of Writing Journal: Spark Your Creativity in 8 Minutes a Day won the Nautilus Book Award 2022
