Writing & Self-Publishing Masterclass
Do You Want To Write Your Own Book?
A powerful half-day workshop designed to help leaders, professionals, coaches and aspiring authors write, publish and share their message with the world.
DATE & TIME
Saturday, 9 May 2026 · 08h30 – 12h30
VENUE
Henley Business School, Sandton
INVESTMENT
R500 per person
You’ve Been Saying “I Want To Write a Book”… But You Haven’t Started.
Let’s be honest.
It’s not because you don’t have the message.
It’s because:
• You don’t know where to start
• You’re unsure if your idea is good enough
• You feel overwhelmed by the publishing process
• Or you’ve started… and stopped more than once
And so the book stays inside you.
Unwritten. Unfinished. Unshared.
But what if, in just a few hours, you could finally get clarity on your message, direction on your next steps, and a real plan to become a published author?
That’s exactly what this masterclass is designed to give you.
4
Hours of Practical Guidance
100
Limited Seats
1
Impactful Event
RESERVE YOUR SEAT
Meet The Facilitator
Darren August
Bestselling Author · Publisher · Coach · Co-Founder — Inspired Publishing
Learn From South Africa’s Leading Self-Publishing Coach
Darren has helped thousands of aspiring authors turn their ideas into published books. Over the past decade he has built one of South Africa’s leading author coaching programs.
At this masterclass, Darren will guide attendees through the exact framework successful authors use to write and publish their books.
Aspiring Authors Coached
Books Published Since 2016
Active Students
Event host
Lusanda Dhlamini
Founder — Women of Reverence
Let’s Meet our Host
Lusanda leads the Women of Reverence movement, equipping women across Africa to rise into their purpose, leadership and calling. Her vision is to see African voices writing and sharing their God-given stories with confidence and influence.
In 2018, Lusanda Dhlamini received a powerful vision. During a time of prayer, the Lord asked her a defining question: “Who is the primary audience for authors in America?”
That question sparked a deeper revelation. Across Africa, countless women and leaders carry powerful stories, wisdom and God-given messages meant not only for their communities, but for the nations.
Yet many never write the book. Not because they lack the message — but because they lack the clarity, guidance and publishing knowledge.
Through Women of Reverence, Lusanda has committed to raising and equipping African voices to write with confidence, clarity and Kingdom purpose. This masterclass is part of that mission.
What You’ll Learn
The 3 Pillars of the Author Journey
Package
Structure & position your book to attract readers
- Clarifying your message
- Choosing the right book idea
- Structuring your book content
- What makes a book successful
- Engineer a winning and marketable book
Publish
Publish your book professionally
- Traditional vs self publishing
- How the publishing process works
- What you need before publishing
- Common mistakes new authors make
Profit
Turn your book into influence & opportunity
- Using your book to build authority
- Growing your platform
- Opening speaking and coaching opportunities
- Build your book into a profitable business
Is This For You?
Who This Workshop Is For
- Leaders
- Coaches and consultants
- Business owners
- Professionals with a message to share
- Aspiring authors
- Men & women with powerful life stories
- Anyone who feels called to write a book
Event details
Writing & Self-Publishing Masterclass
Date: Saturday, 9 May 2026 | Time: 08h30 – 12h30 | Venue: Henley Business School, Sandton, Johannesburg
Includes:
- Workshop manual
- Tea, coffee and refreshments
- Live training with Darren August
- Networking with other aspiring authors
Thank you to our Venue Partner
