Welcome to Book Career In A Year

Book Career In A Year is designed for writers and aspiring authors just like you—people who dream of making a living (or at least a solid side income) by writing and publishing books. Whether you’ve written your first draft, are just starting, or want to take your writing to the next level, this site is your one-stop shop for turning that dream into reality.

I’m Nick Thacker, a full-time fiction author, and the VP of Author Success at Draft2Digital. I've been in the trenches, working with authors to help them build sustainable careers by mastering both the craft and the business of writing. But enough about me—let’s focus on you and how you can kickstart (or level up) your writing career!

Are you writing for fun, or do you want to turn this into a full-time gig? Maybe something in between? Whatever your goals, the first step is to get clear on them. Start with these questions:

• How many books do you want to write in the next year?
• Are you aiming to self-publish or go the traditional publishing route?
• Do you want to make a full-time income, or is this more of a passion project?

Don’t stress—your goals can change over time, and they probably will. But having a roadmap is crucial to knowing where to start.

Now that you've got a clearer sense of your goals, it’s time to put in the work. I’ve created a ton of resources to help you on every step of your journey. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll find:

Courses

Our flagship course, Book Career In A Year, gives you the blueprint to go from zero to published and profitable. It's designed to get you writing, publishing, and selling your books as quickly as possible, without cutting corners. Learn how to outline, draft, edit, and market your work like a pro.

If you’re interested in specific skills, we also offer:

• Dictation for Authors: Learn how to speed up your writing process by dictating your books.
• Make Money Writing Fiction: Designed for absolute beginners, this course covers every way you can earn from your writing.

Coaching

Sometimes you need more than just information—you need a coach. I offer one-on-one coaching calls where we’ll create a personalized plan to help you reach your writing and publishing goals. If you’re serious about taking the next step, this is a great way to get fast results.

See what coaching with us is all about!

Free Resources

Not ready to dive into a course yet? No worries. Check out our free blog posts and podcasts for actionable tips and advice. From writing craft to marketing strategies, I cover everything you need to know to build a career as an author.

Writing can feel lonely, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are a few ways you can join our community of writers:

• Facebook: Our Facebook group is the place to connect with other authors on the journey (and it's totally free).
• BCIAY App: Connect with other authors who are on the same path, share your progress, and get feedback, all in the only native iOS and Android app for writers.
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter/X for daily writing prompts, advice, and encouragement.
• Build an empire: Take our FREE 20-week Social Media for Authors course.

Success in the writing world doesn’t happen overnight. The key to making a career out of this is consistency—writing every day, learning every day, and putting in the effort every day. You’ve got to commit, and I’ll be here to help you every step of the way.

So here’s your next step: Sign up for the newsletter to get exclusive tips, resources, and actionable advice delivered straight to your inbox.

No matter where you are in your writing journey, Book Career In A Year will help you move forward. Whether you want to write your first book, learn how to sell more copies, or build an entire career around your passion, this is the place to start.

Ready to make your book career happen? Let’s get to work.