The Dacians Global School of Writing is a premium 4-week program designed to equip you with the skills, tools, and positioning to thrive as a world-class writer
COHORT 1 STARTS NOVEMBER 1, 2025
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Learn from thought leaders, publishers, and global writing professionals.
Explore AI, branding, and publishing ecosystems.
– Build a writing portfolio, brand, and publishing strategy.
• The role of writing in the modern world
• Writing as a tool, a voice, and a career
• Orientation: What this course offers and what it demands
• Syntax – Sentence structures and patterns
• Semantics – Meaning-making and interpretation
• Pragmatics – Contextual language and reader impact
• Bonus: Language evolution and the digital age
• Understanding reader behavior
• Writing with intention and empathy
• Cognitive triggers and persuasive storytelling
• Finding your unique tone
• Shaping voice across formats and cultures
• Cultural sensitivity and global communication
• How writers make money: Freelancing, royalties, licensing
• Ghostwriting, technical writing, blogging, and thought leadership
• Proposal writing, curriculum design, and consulting opportunities
• Personal branding for writers
• Becoming a thought leader and authority in your niche
• Positioning, platform building, and pitching
• Types of portfolios for different writing careers
• Case studies and practical assignments
• Digital visibility and using LinkedIn, Medium, and Substack
• The publishing spectrum: What’s out there and what works
• Choosing your publishing path wisely
• Manuscript development, editing, design, ISBN, and more
• Legal essentials: Copyright, contracts, permissions
• Amazon KDP, Barnes and Noble, etc
• International rights, pricing, and distribution
• Formatting, uploading, and navigating royalties
• Why writers must learn to speak
• Phonetics & Phonology: The sound of language and delivery
• Voice training, speech structure, and clarity
• Speaking at book readings, interviews, TED-style talks
• Pitching your ideas in person and online
• Body language and vocal presence
• How AI is transforming the writing process
• Leveraging tools like ChatGPT, Jasper, and Grammarly
• Ethics, originality, and human creativity in an AI world
• Prompt engineering for writers
• Using AI to brainstorm, outline, and refine
• Blending automation with authenticity
1. Understanding the Reader & Market: Knowing your target audience and what drives book purchases.
2. Author Branding & Positioning: Crafting your identity and story to stand out.
3. Marketing Pathways: Leveraging both traditional methods (media, tours, reviews) and digital platforms (social media, email, podcasts).
4. Book Launch & Sales Strategies: Pre-launch buzz, launch-day tactics, and sustaining momentum.
5. Beyond the Book: Turning your book into speaking, consulting, and digital product opportunities.
his school is not for everyone. It is designed with laser focus for serious-minded individuals who want to transform their writing into a powerful global tool. If you fall into any of these categories, this school is for you:
If you’ve been writing casually but desire to break barriers and step onto the global stage, this school will equip you with the tools to scale beyond your environment.
If you’ve written (or plan to write) books, but want your work to stand shoulder to shoulder with those on Amazon, Audible, and international bestseller lists, this school will show you how.
Lawyers, doctors, pastors, consultants, and thought leaders who want to convert their expertise into global books, courses, and speaking opportunities.
If you’re already writing online (LinkedIn, Medium, Substack, blogs, newsletters) but need to refine your voice, brand, and reach a worldwide audience, this school is your next step.
Public speakers, coaches, and trainers who understand that writing a book or publishing content is the fastest way to establish credibility and longevity.
Young people who don’t just want a degree but want to acquire the rare skill of global writing that can open doors to scholarships, fellowships, and international opportunities.
If you run a business or startup and want to build thought leadership, brand authority, and international trust through writing, this school is a must.
A globally recognized certificate that validates your expertise as a trained writer, author, and literary brand.
Expert-led, pre-recorded sessions covering grammatology, publishing, branding, AI, professional speaking, and more. Lifetime replay access so you can revisit the content anytime.
Entry into a powerful network of writers, authors, professionals, and thought leaders across industries. Peer accountability groups and alumni connections that extend beyond the program.
Guidance from seasoned writers, publishers, and branding professionals. Q&A sessions and mentorship opportunities that help you apply the lessons practically.
Ready-to-use resources such as publishing checklists, branding frameworks, writing templates, and AI writing tools.
Clear roadmaps for publishing locally and globally (Amazon, IngramSpark, and others). Insider knowledge of how to scale your books to reach global audiences.
Strategies to build yourself as a global literary brand. Opportunities to be showcased on the Dacians platform and partner channels.
Structured guidance to ensure you finish projects (books, blogs, brand-building). Support systems that keep you on track even after the 30-day program.
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The Dacians Global School of Writing is a premium 30-day intensive program designed to transform aspiring and established writers into globally positioned authors, thought leaders, and literary brands. It combines expert-led video lessons, live mentorship, community support, and practical projects.
This school is for:
• Aspiring writers who want to start their writing journey with the right foundation.
• Professionals (lawyers, doctors, academics, entrepreneurs) who want to turn their expertise into books or thought leadership.
• Business owners who want to document their journeys, stories, and the secrets behind their success in a way that builds legacy and credibility.
• Authors who want to expand beyond local markets into global publishing.
• Creatives who want to leverage writing, branding, and publishing for income and influence.
• Mon–Fri → Daily 30–45 min video lessons (pre-recorded).
• Saturdays → 1-hour live mentorship session with Q&A.
• Sundays → Reflection, assignments, and peer accountability check-ins.
• Final Week → Capstone project submission + certification.
• A globally recognized certificate of completion.
• Premium video lessons across seven core areas: writing, publishing, AI, branding, speaking, etc.
• A global community of writers, mentors, and thought leaders.
• Templates, resources, and toolkits to make writing and publishing easier.
• Direct mentorship & support from industry experts.
• A practical capstone project that ensures you leave with something tangible (book outline, brand strategy, publishing roadmap, etc.).
The Capstone Project is the practical outcome of the program. By the end of 30 days, every participant will have produced a real, usable project — such as a book outline, sample chapters, a publishing roadmap, or a branding strategy. It ensures you don’t just “learn” but also create something you can use immediately.
No. The program is structured for all levels:
• Beginners will gain the foundation to start writing.
• Intermediate writers will refine their skills and learn publishing & branding strategies.
• Established authors will gain global exposure strategies and tools to scale.
Yes. Apart from the video lessons, you’ll have:
• Weekly live mentorship sessions with experts.
• Access to a private community for networking and accountability.
• Peer groups and alumni support after graduation.
No. Although it is African-rooted, the Dacians Global School of Writing is global in scope. Anyone, anywhere in the world, can enroll and participate fully online.
Yes. By the end of the program, you’ll have:
• A clear publishing roadmap (traditional, self-publishing, or hybrid).
• Insider knowledge on platforms like Amazon, IngramSpark, and others.
• Access to resources and guidance to take your book from draft to published.
Yes — the school is designed not only to sharpen your writing but also to show you how to monetize it. You’ll learn:
• How to turn your book into multiple streams of income (sales, speaking, courses, consulting).
• How to brand yourself as an authority, which attracts opportunities and clients.
• How to leverage global publishing platforms to earn royalties internationally.
👉 Many past participants have gone on to launch books, build brands, and secure speaking engagements directly from the foundation built in the program.
• Global Positioning: We don’t just teach writing; we help you build a brand and platform that sells globally.
• Practical Outcomes: Everyone leaves with a capstone project (not just theory).
• Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers writing, publishing, branding, AI, and speaking.
• Premium Mentorship: Learn directly from experts who have done what they teach.
• Community: A network that lasts beyond the 30 days.
• 30–45 minutes daily (Mon–Fri) for lessons.
• 1 hour on Saturdays for live mentorship.
• Extra time on Sundays for assignments, reflection, and project work.
👉 On average: 9–10 hours per week.
You’ll join the Dacians Alumni Network, which keeps you connected to mentors, peers, and opportunities. You’ll also leave with your certificate and a practical project you can expand immediately into publishing, speaking, or branding opportunities.