Get a Free Education at Pitch University

I'm surprised I hadn't come across Pitch University in my internet browsing. What a wealth of information! Even if you're not ready to pitch right now, you're probably ready to learn. And the folks at Pitch University have worked incredibly hard to provide you the tools you need.

The amount of articles, videos, and audios is amazing. Start at the home page, and scroll down to Pitching 101 You'll want to do some browsing on the site to get familiar with all they offer.

Begun by Diane Holmes, Pitch University is a safe and comfortable place for writers--no matter how hesitant or shy--to learn to verbalize their story. Holmes grew up in a family of salesmen, and even majored in marketing, but she confesses, "I suck at pitching." Makes you feel better, huh?

One of the events at Pitch University is a monthly "PitchFest". The organizers host an agent or editor who is currently looking for books. Participants are encouraged to pitch to the professional, via query letter, audio, or video.

Among the many offerings at Pitch University are:


The Pitch U Writers Manifesto (which will ease your mind)


The first of 27 lessons on pitching. Scroll down on the right to see the list.



The free Monthly Pitch newsletter (signing up gets you the free bonus "10 Reasons You Suck at Pitching Your Book")

Do you feel comfortable with your pitch? Have you pitched in the past? How did it go?

7 comments:

  1. Clapping, clapping. This is great info...oh, I wish I would have had it two weeks ago before I attended a conference to pitch! Oh, well. I'v favorited this page so it won't be lost.

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  2. I took part in a Pitch U. Pitchfest, and can't say enough good things about this site, and its hostess, Diane Holmes. She's uber warm, encouraging and enthusiastic, and truly committed to hosting positive constructive events!

    Jen Downey

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  3. I'm clapping, too, Amy. So glad to have come across this site.

    Thanks for the comment, Jen! It's great to know someone who had a good experience!

    ~Debbie

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  4. Once again, you've come up with something great. Thanks for the link!

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  5. You're welcome. I'm so glad to have found it. Now, to find the time to absorb what they offer!

    ~Debbie

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  6. Another amazing resource I hadn't heard of. Thanks!

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  7. It's so amazing how many things there are that I've never heard of before. It makes me look forward to each day!

    ~Debbie

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