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Partner with Margot Starbuck's
Publishing Blueprint

Earn commissions by recommending practical, trusted publishing courses for nonfiction writers—created and taught by Margot Starbuck, two-time New York Times bestselling author.

Publishing Blueprint is Margot Starbuck’s course library for nonfiction writers who want clarity, confidence, and a professional approach to publishing.

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Commission structure
• 40% on products under $100
• 25% on products $100 and above

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Want to explore the courses first?

View the Publishing Blueprint catalog.​​​​

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Who This is For

You’re a great fit if you:

  • Serve nonfiction writers, thought leaders, or experts

  • Have an email list, podcast, community, or engaged social audience

  • Recommend resources you genuinely trust

  • Prefer evergreen, low-maintenance promotions

 

You don’t need a massive audience. You do need alignment.

How the Partnership Works

  1. Apply and get approved

  2. Receive links + partner kit

  3. Recommend resources you trust and earn commissions

 

That’s it.

 

Sales, delivery, support, and refunds are handled on our end so you can focus on serving your audience.

What we provide

As a Publishing Blueprint partner, you’re supported with clear tools and guidance—without hype, pressure tactics, or guesswork.

 

Approved partners receive:

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  • Tracked affiliate links

  • Proven course offers with strong conversion rates

  • Clear positioning guidance

  • Swipe copy you can adapt to your voice

  • A responsive human behind the scenes

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This is a long-term partnership, not a one-off promo.

Payouts & tracking

  • Tracking is handled automatically through our course platform

  • Commissions are paid monthly for cleared sales

  • Full transparency through your affiliate dashboard

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No spreadsheets. No guesswork.

A note on integrity

We ask partners to:

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  • Promote only what’s genuinely helpful for their audience

  • Use simple FTC disclosure (example: “This is an affiliate link, which means I may earn a commission if you enroll.”)

  • Avoid misleading claims or pressure tactics

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Trust matters—to your audience and ours.

FAQs

Do I need a large audience to become an affiliate?

No. What matters most is alignment and trust. If you serve nonfiction writers, experts, or thought leaders—and your audience values your recommendations—you’re a good fit, regardless of list size.

 

How do I know which product to promote?

You don’t need to promote everything. We provide guidance inside the Partner Kit to help you choose the right product based on where your audience is in the writing and publishing journey. You’re always welcome to reach out if you want a second opinion.

 

How are affiliate sales tracked?

Sales are tracked automatically through Teachable using your unique affiliate links. You’ll be able to view clicks, sales, and commissions at any time through your affiliate dashboard.

 

When and how do I get paid?

Commissions are paid quarterly--or monthly, if you choose--for cleared sales (after the refund period). When your balance is ready for payout, we’ll reach out to request your preferred payment details or an invoice.

 

Do I need to provide tax information?

We only collect tax forms if an affiliate’s earnings reach the IRS reporting threshold for the year. If your earnings are below that threshold, no tax paperwork is required.

 

Where am I allowed to promote Publishing Blueprint?

You’re welcome to promote via your website, email newsletter, social channels, podcasts, or live teaching spaces where your audience expects recommendations. Full details and best practices are outlined in the Partner Kit.

 

Who do I contact if I have questions?

You can always reply to your affiliate welcome email or reach out directly. We’re happy to help you choose the right offer or think through a promotion.

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