Want to write a book? This is for you.
Start with an idea.
Graduate with a completed book.
The Tiny Book Course enrollment is currently closed.
Enrollment for the Fall 2023 session opens in May 2023. Get on the waitlist.
Learn how to create a paperback, hardcover, or digital book, all by yourself.
We break down the book journey into tiny, achievable steps.
We give you a checklist and instructions to follow at home.
Whenever you need help, we’re always one email away.
Quick Info
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We teach you how to choose a topic, write, edit, design, and self-publish a book—by yourself.
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We encourage you to write a Tiny Book: short book, 30 to 80 pages.
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But if you want to write a longer book, go for it.
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Need more time to complete your book? No problem.
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Course materials are yours to keep forever. You can go at your own speed.
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Participate online from anywhere in the world.
What kind of book do you want to create?
A helpful workbook for your clients.
A children’s book starring your family pet.
A collection of poetry, stories, or recipes.
Whatever type of book you have in mind, we show you how to make it happen.
We guide you through every step in the book journey, from "idea" to "done."
1. Choose a Topic
Pick a topic. Make an outline. Organize your ideas. Set yourself up for success.
3. Edit and Polish
Review your manuscript. Fix typos. It's all coming together. You're almost finished!
5. Final Print Check
One last review to make sure everything looks good. Make your final edits.
2. Start Writing
If you can write an email to a friend, then you can write a book. Keep it simple.
4. Design Your Book
Make your book beautiful using the design templates we provide.
6. Celebrate!
Your book is done. You are officially an AUTHOR. Lifelong goal: achieved!
Expert Help, Whenever You Need It
Course includes 60 days of support from our team of Book Coaches.
Whenever you need help, we’re just one email away.
Our team includes best-selling authors, award-winning editors, and other pros who can give helpful guidance to you.
Everything Included in the Course
The Tiny Book Course
Explained in 2 Minutes
Wondering what to expect from this course?
Watch this quick video to find out.
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The Tiny Book Checklist
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The Tiny Book Workbook
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The Tiny Book Audiobook
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Crystal-clear instructions for every step in the process
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Instructions delivered in multiple formats: written, audio, and video with closed-captioning (inclusive for all learning styles)
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Manuscript review and feedback on your writing (up to 30 pages)
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60 days of support from our team (email, ask anything, get a reply in 1-3 business days)
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3 video meetings you can attend *live* for extra motivation
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Lifetime access: keep course materials forever, work at your own speed
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10 design templates (variety of sizes and styles) to make your book beautiful
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Sample book outlines
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Sample book marketing plan
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Sample book descriptions
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Sample author bios
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The Get It Done Box (fun gift shipped via snail mail to you)
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The Tiny Book Photoshoot (get your book featured in a professional photo session)
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The Tiny Book PR Blast (get your book seen by 20,000+ newsletter readers)
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Supportive community of writers who are working towards the finish line, just like you
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Graduation ceremony to celebrate your excellent work
Sample Course Schedule
All meetings happen online.
Join from anywhere in the world.
Attend each meeting while it’s happening live. Or watch the recording later whenever it’s convenient for your schedule.
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Orientation Meeting.
1 pm Pacific / 4 pm Eastern. 60 minutes.
Monday, January 23, 2023
Very last day to enroll.
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Official first day of the course. Let the book journey begin!
Monday, January 30, 2023
First co-working day.
Get together with fellow writers to work on your book. Same time. Together.
7 am Pacific / 10 am Eastern. 120 minutes.
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Second co-working day.
Get together with fellow writers to work on your book. Same time. Together.
11 am Pacific / 2 pm Eastern. 120 minutes.
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Third co-working day.
Get together with fellow writers to work on your book. Same time. Together.
11 am Pacific / 2 pm Eastern. 120 minutes.
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Fourth co-working day.
Get together with fellow writers to work on your book. Same time. Together.
9:30 am Pacific / 12:30 pm Eastern. 120 minutes.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Graduation Celebration.
Show off your completed book. Or share your book-in-progress, if you're not quite finished yet.
1 pm Pacific / 4 pm Eastern. 60 minutes.
Saturday, March 25, 2033
Final date of course and last day to submit items to the Book Coach team.
Topics Covered in the Course
You’ve never written a book before?
You know practically nothing about the publishing industry?
You’re in great hands.
We cover everything you need know about how to write and self-publish a book.
Including:
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How to create a distraction-free workspace where you can focus
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How to declutter your schedule and free up more time to write
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How to choose a topic and title for your book
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How to find the central message of your book and express it clearly
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How to create a book outline (aka: list of what’s going inside your book)
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How to keep it simple and avoid overcomplicating your project
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How to design and print your book (even if you have zero design skills)
Reviews from Graduates
The first time we offered The Tiny Book Course, 8 brave people enrolled. The next time, 50. Then 150. Last year, 250.
Our enrollment continues to grow every year.
We've grown primarily through word-of-mouth. Happy graduates telling their friends:
"I did this course and now my book is done."
More Reviews from Graduates
Elizabeth Adams
I Write Because I Can: Notes on Grief, Loss, & LIfe
"People are buying my book. What?! I’m getting great feedback and this is all due to everyone at Get It Done. I would not be fulfilling a lifelong dream without all of you. I’m happy to say that at 64, I feel I’m just getting started!"
Leslie Tagorda
Star Powered Brand: Become the Luminous Leader You Were Born to Be
“A HUGE sense of accomplishment. This content wanted to be out in the world!”
Mayuri Amarnath
Dancing the Navarati Nights
“There is a place in the world for my stories, even if they are small.”
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Suzy Rosenstein
50 Ways to Celebrate Life After 50
“I really love the tone that Alex and Lindsey set. Everything was so doable.”
Melissa Pennel
Questions You'll Wish You Asked: A Time Capsule Journal for Mothers and Daughters
“I gained something nourishing to focus on during a difficult time. This tiny book (and course) has been my respite.”
Julie Neale
Mother's Quest Inspiration Guide: Spark Your E.P.I.C. Life
“Sinking into the knowing that we don’t have to wait for someone else to open our door. We can open the door for ourselves.”
No Pressure
Work At Your Own Pace
Work through the course as quickly or as slowly as you want.
Many graduates of The Tiny Book Course complete their book in 60 days.
But if you need more time, no problem.
All course materials are yours to keep forever.
Use the instructions and templates we provide to create your book—at your pace.
Whether you need 60 days,120 days, or more, there is no rush.
This course provides everything you need to get it done.
Plus, you can reuse the course to create your second, third, fourth book, and beyond.
Keep writing!