Preparing Your Manuscript for Publication with Angela Meyer

Learn how to polish your work so it stands out from the crowd

Join acclaimed writer and celebrated editor Angela Meyer in a course that gives you an insider's guide to preparing your work for submission to publishers and agents.

Ready to share your manuscript with the world? In this practical, self-paced course, Angela Meyer will take you through what to consider before you begin redrafting, editing and eventually submitting your manuscript for publication. Finish the course with a step by step guide to getting the best out of your manuscript and how to make it stand out from the pile.


You’ll learn:

  • How to approach your manuscript as a reader would
  • How to ensure you're putting your best book into the world
  • How to look at your work structurally, layer by layer
  • Common mistakes to avoid when editing your own work
  • How to rise above other manuscripts in the slush pile
  • Submission tips and advice

The course is designed to take you 5-6 hours in total, and can be completed in short stages at your convenience. Scroll down to see the full course curriculum and a list of frequently asked questions.

KYD Members receive a 10% discount on this course and all other KYD online courses throughout the year. Become a member here, or contact [email protected] for more information.

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Your Instructor


Angela Meyer
Angela Meyer

Angela Meyer has worked as a bookseller, book journalist, and editor and publisher (both freelance and in house), and is the author of A Superior Spectre, the award-winning novella Joan Smokes, and her latest novel Moon Sugar. She is a lecturer in the Master of Writing and Publishing at RMIT, and has mentored many authors through to publication.


Course Curriculum


  Welcome
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  Part One: Your Big, Beautiful Idea
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  Part Two: Developing Your Manuscript
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish. We encourage you to approach this material not just as lessons to be finished once and for all, but also as a collection of resources to which you can return time and again.
How long do I have access to the course?
Forever! After enrolling, you have unlimited lifetime access to this course - across any and all devices you own.
Does the teacher provide feedback?
No. If you are interested in receiving feedback on your project, we encourage you to check out KYD's Manuscript Assessment Service: https://killyourdarlings.com.au/shop/manuscript-assessments/
How do I access my course?
All our online workshops are hosted at workshops.killyourdarlings.com.au, via the Teachable platform. You can access your workshop by logging in at that link, or by following the link in your welcome email when you enrol. Please note that as the Teachable platform is a separate website to KYD you will need to create a new account, and will not be able to use your KYD login details.
I'm a KYD member. How do I receive my 10% discount?
Click on 'Enrol in course for $169'. Enter the coupon code that was emailed to you when you became a KYD member at checkout, underneath the tutor's photo.
What if I have another question?
You can email us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to help!

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