Writers’ Hub
Welcome to the Writers’ Hub at Bedford Books—a space designed to support and inspire our local writing community. As a writer myself, I know how meaningful it is to have a place where creativity is nurtured and ideas can take shape. Here, you'll find resources, events, and a welcoming community to help you along your writing and publishing journey.
WORKSHOPS
Publishing Made Easy | Fran Hauser
An intimate, in-person three-hour workshop that guides you through the nonfiction publishing landscape, helping you understand what makes a book sellable and how to craft a winning pitch. With practical strategies, templates, and hands-on activities, you'll leave with clarity on which publishing path to pursue (Big 5, indie, hybrid, or self-publishing) and the confidence to move forward on your publishing journey. Led by bestselling author and publishing coach Fran Hauser.
PRICE: $399
Interested in a future workshop? Join the list, and we'll let you know when the next date is announced.
From Idea to Book: What Publishers Look For | Fran Hauser
Many aspiring nonfiction authors have a topic they care deeply about—but aren’t sure if it’s strong enough to become a book. In this 90-minute workshop, bestselling author and publishing coach Fran Hauser will help you pressure-test your idea and understand what makes a nonfiction concept truly compelling.
PRICE: $79
Interested in a future workshop? Join the list, and we'll let you know when the next date is announced.
Self-Publishing 101 | Fran Hauser
Thinking about publishing your own book?
Self-publishing can be an excellent option for many books. It offers the fastest path to market, complete creative control, and full ownership of your intellectual property. In this 90-minute workshop, we’ll demystify the self-publishing process, step by step. You’ll learn what resources and budget you’ll need, who the key players and platforms are, and how to create an action plan to bring your book to life. Led by bestselling author and publishing coach Fran Hauser.
PRICE: $79
Interested in a future workshop? Join the list, and we'll let you know when the next date is announced.
BOOKBOUND: THE PODCAST
Bedford Books founder Fran Hauser and literary agent Bethany Saltman—also both critically acclaimed authors—host Bookbound, the podcast for non-fiction writers who want to learn how to transform their ideas, expertise, and obsessions into successful books and publishing deals. Fran and Bethany interview accomplished authors who share the strategies and surprises behind their bookbound journeys. These how-I-did-it conversations will inspire listeners to claim their own “author-ity” mindset and turn the story they can’t stop telling into a book the world needs to read.
BOOKBOUND: THE E-BOOK
In nonfiction publishing, authors don't sell full manuscripts; they sell proposals. A proposal is essentially a business plan for your book, helping agents and editors visualize it on shelves and bestseller lists.
Our BOOKBOUND method has helped hundreds of writers just like you sharpen their ideas, develop a publishing strategy, and, ultimately, write the proposal that agents and editors can’t say no to. In this e-book, you will find everything from how to make your book stand out in a crowded market to unlocking your book idea with the perfect guiding image, metaphor, or trope.