Our courses, online classes and digital resources will help you choose the best tools and tech for your author business. You can save time (and money) using tech that isn't terrifying. Being an author doesn't have to be overwhelming. It can be fun!
Our courses, online classes and digital resources will help you choose the best tools and tech for your author business. Being an author doesn't have to be overwhelming. It can be fun!
Paddle Less.
Write More.
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ready to get organized and free up more time to write?
Whether you just need to optimize your admin system, are building momentum and need advice, or are starting your business from scratch, Author Ducks can help you calm the chaos.
Your path to success shouldn't look like everyone else's. It should look like yours.
Are you The Optimizer? Maybe you're The Momentum Seeker?
Or possibly (gasp) you're The Chaos Monster?
To find out, do the quiz!
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Less lecture, more guided workshop, Author Ducks' courses are informed by years of teaching experience and being extremely nerdy about helping people actually learn. Expect short videos, quizzes, and engaging exercises (maybe even a duck or two).
Courses for authors
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Resources that are tried and tested ways to save you time and money in your author business. We use and love them, so we recommend them. Check out our curated list that is updated regularly!
Resources for authors
Author Tools And Technology
You want to make the best choices for your business. Our classes are your go-to training on the latest tech for authors. On-demand, so you can learn when it suits your schedule, and packed with info.
Classes for Authors
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I'm Melanie, the brains behind Author Ducks.
This is a story about an author (okay, it’s me, Melanie) who found herself ensnared in the common indie author trap of trying to emulate successful authors' methods. In pursuit of the industry's standard metrics of success (first six-figure, then seven-figure income goals), I eventually burned out completely and quit writing for 18 months.
Now I use my years of experience as an educator, science researcher (gotta make those six years of uni do something) and working in project management to help other authors get their ducks in a row!
hello duckling!
Daily Focus Planner Template
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Defining Your Author Brand
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Goals For Growth
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