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Choosing Your Publication Pathway: A Guide to Making the Right Choice for You and Your Book

This event happened on Mon, Jul 14, 2025 • Virtual
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Your Host

Olivia Zugay

Marketing + Sales Strategist for Self-publishing Fiction Authors at Story Flow Solutions.

Florida, USA

I help authors turn their ideas into published books—and their books into thriving businesses. Whether you’re figuring out how to publish, building your author brand, or trying to grow book sales without burning out, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

As a publishing and marketing strategist, I work with self-published and hybrid authors to:

Clarify the best publishing path for their goals

Create smart, sustainable book launch plans

Build a loyal readership and brand they’re proud of

Set up scalable systems for long-term success

Make more sales—without relying on social media 24/7

In 2021, I launched my business to support authors holistically—offering education, strategic support, and community through 1:1 services, and now a membership: the Story Flow Collective.

I believe every author deserves: ✅ A clear roadmap ✅ Trusted guidance ✅ A business model that fits their lifestyle

Let’s make writing your full-time career—one step at a time.

📬 DM me or visit www.storyflowsolutions.com to learn more.

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About this FieldTrip

Curious about how to publish your book—but overwhelmed by all the options?

In this practical, encouraging workshop, we’ll break down the three main publication pathways: traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing.

You’ll learn the pros and cons of each, how to choose a path that aligns with your goals and personality, and what to expect once you’ve decided.

Whether you’re still writing or preparing to launch, you’ll leave with more clarity, confidence, and a roadmap for moving forward.

No prep required—just bring a notebook and your big book dreams.

Agenda

  • Welcome + Introductions
    Get to know your host and fellow writers. We’ll set the tone for a relaxed, info-packed hour.

  • Publishing Pathways 101
    A breakdown of the 3 main options—traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing—plus pros, cons, and common myths.

  • Clarify Your Author Goals
    Reflect on your long-term vision. Are you aiming for creative control, passive income, prestige, speed? This part helps guide your decision-making.

  • What Each Path Requires
    Discover what it really takes to succeed in each model—budget, timeline, skills, team support—and hear real-world examples from the field.

  • Choosing the Right Path for You
    I’ll walk you through a simple framework to align your goals with the publishing path that fits your life and book best.

  • Q&A + Wrap-Up
    Ask questions, get personal insight, and walk away with more clarity than ever before.

What to expect

Workshop format!

A hands-on session where participants get to build, craft, or create something tangible.

It will be recorded!

The recording will be shared within 24 hours in the follow up email for a 4-day window, and available at the top of this page. Make sure to register for access!

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Ozugay headshot
Your Host

Olivia Zugay

Marketing + Sales Strategist for Self-publishing Fiction Authors at Story Flow Solutions.

Florida, USA
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About Olivia Zugay

I help authors turn their ideas into published books—and their books into thriving businesses. Whether you’re figuring out how to publish, building your author brand, or trying to grow book sales without burning out, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

As a publishing and marketing strategist, I work with self-published and hybrid authors to:

Clarify the best publishing path for their goals

Create smart, sustainable book launch plans

Build a loyal readership and brand they’re proud of

Set up scalable systems for long-term success

Make more sales—without relying on social media 24/7

In 2021, I launched my business to support authors holistically—offering education, strategic support, and community through 1:1 services, and now a membership: the Story Flow Collective.

I believe every author deserves: ✅ A clear roadmap ✅ Trusted guidance ✅ A business model that fits their lifestyle

Let’s make writing your full-time career—one step at a time.

📬 DM me or visit www.storyflowsolutions.com to learn more.

Attendees

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Yannis Lobaina

Artist. Author. Mindful Nature Photographer. at AlbART Collective.

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Risa Zenno

Senior Academic Counselor at University of Washington.

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Reeteka Guttigraharam

Student at sreyas institute of engineering & technology.

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Joi Conti

Professional Editorial and Advertising Photographer at Joi Conti Photography, LLC.

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Jennifer Labuz

Life Coach at Jenn Labuz Coaching LLC.

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Shannon Gehringer

Real Estate Agent at RE/MAX Realty Pros.

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Felton Pierre

Engage the Vote Coordinator at Engage Miami.

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Tad Roberts

Assistant Director of Creative Services at Georgia Tech.

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Megan McClendon

Founder and CEO at New Views.

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Stephen Kastner

Lao shi 老师 at DesignWise Studios.

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Wende Whitus

Writer, Speaker, & Location Scout at Personal Retreat Day.

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How to make the most of FieldTrips

The FieldTrips experience is defined not only by what the host has to share, but also by how we show up individually and collectively. The way we show up impacts our capacity to be moved, inspired, and activated.

Show up fully

Get ready to be immersed! Engage with smiles, nods, waves, emojis. Share in the chat. Get cozy. Turn off notifications. Sip your favorite beverage.

Stay curious

Wear your beginner’s hat. Go with the flow. Welcome the stumbles and fumbles. Congratulate yourself for trying. Keep going! 

Celebrate your host

Our hosts are members of the CreativeMornings community—just like you! Everyone comes to this with different backgrounds—a lot of our hosts have never done anything like this before! And we love that! Cheer them on when something goes awry and when it goes perfectly.

Support each other

We’re all figuring things out in real time. Celebrate, rather than critique emerging ideas. Cheer each other on as you try new things.  Try “Yes! And…” in conversation.

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