Book Publishing & Marketing Masterclass
The Publishing Timeline Nobody Warned You About (and Costs, Too)
What no one tells you about a real publishing timeline from getting your book out of your head and into readers’ hands (and the costs involved, too).
This free masterclass is part of my signature series, The Lit Strategy Sessions—bite-sized trainings that demystify the publishing process and help you make informed, empowered choices about your book.
80-90%
80-90% of self-published authors fail to market their books effectively to make a profit.
<250
The average self-published book sells fewer than 250 copies in its lifetime.
<10%
Less than 10% of self-published authors earn more than $10,000 annually from book sales
Why?
Marketing Matters
THE LIT STRATEGY SESSIONS: MASTERCLASS SERIES
Join me for a FREE Masterclass: The Publishing Timeline Nobody Warned You About (and Costs, Too)
Thursday, September 18, 2025
10am PT / 11am MT / Noon CT / 1pm ET
45 minutes (includes 15 minutes Q&A)
via Zoom
30+
Years Experience
Publishing doesn’t have to feel like a black hole.
You don’t need another 10-step checklist from a “book coach” who published one title on KDP and decided they were an expert.
You need straight talk. Smart strategy. And someone who’s been in the publishing trenches long enough to spot a scam from a mile away.
That’s where I come in.
I’m Kirsten "Kiki" Ringer, literary manager, publishing strategist, and the founder of KLR Literary Management. I bring more than 30 years of experience (Disney, Penguin, and beyond) to help authors publish with confidence and sell with intention.
This free masterclass is part of my signature series, The Lit Strategy Sessions—bite-sized trainings that demystify the publishing process and help you make informed, empowered choices about your book.
Who we can help
Whether you're still writing, recently published, or have a book gathering dust online, this is your chance to get all your publishing and marketing questions answered.
Learn how to bring your book to life and into the hands of eager readers.
Still writing
You are currently writing your book and want to learn the best way to market your book.
Ready to Publish
You are finished writing, and you are ready to go to publishing. You need a marketing strategy.
Already Published
Congrats! You have a book in hand and are now wondering NOW WHAT?
Zombie Book
You published your book years ago and no one knows about it. Let's bring it back to life!
LIT STRATEGY SESSIONS
What you'll learn:
Timelines
Why rushing your book to market backfires—and how traditional publishers structure their timelines so you can adapt them to your own publishing path.
Costs
From editing to design to marketing, understand what it really takes to publish professionally—and how to avoid the money-pits that derail so many indie authors.
Marketing
See how pre-launch, launch, and long-tail promotion overlap with production so you stop treating marketing as an afterthought.
Answers
Whether you’re still editing or already published, walk away with a roadmap to get back on track—and spend your time and money where it matters most.
Lit Strategy Sessions
Learn All About Publishing and Marketing Your Book
Classes and Programs
Latest Masterclass
Lit Strategy Sessions: Masterclass Series
The Publishing Timeline Nobody Warned You About (and Costs, Too)
September 18, 2025
45 minutes (includes 15 minutes Q&A)
10am PT / 11am MT / Noon CT / 1pm ET
Beginner Level
Book Marketing Collective
Fall Cohort
Lead by Kirsten "Kiki" Ringer and other industry experts
Group Program
Starts October 6th 2025
12 Weeks
Beginner Level
Literary Manager and Book Marketing Strategist
About Kirsten
"Kiki" is a seasoned publishing professional with 30+ years of experience spanning The Walt Disney Studios, Penguin Putnam, and the esteemed Russell & Volkening Literary Agency. Passionate about helping authors navigate the complexities of the publishing world, Kiki founded KLR Literary Management to provide a holistic, accessible approach to book marketing and publishing. From concept to book launch, she empowers writers to focus on their craft while she handles the rest. A certified yoga instructor and mindfulness practitioner, Kiki balances her busy career with triathlon training, snuggling her Dobermans, and cheering on college football every fall Saturday.
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