Not Random Advice. Real Support for Texas Authors.
Trusted guidance, real next steps, and 15 years of supporting Texas authors.
The Texas Authors Success Center helps Texas authors stop guessing and start building with structure. As the working-lab division of the Texas Authors Museum, TASC gives authors trusted guidance, practical support, and clear next steps to help them grow, market, and sell more books.
15 Years Supporting Texas Authors
Built by a Texas author organization focused on long-term success
Structured support, not guesswork
Start Here If You Need:
- clear next steps for your author journey
- trusted guidance instead of scattered advice
- practical help growing your visibility
- stronger support for marketing and promotion
- a better path to long-term author success
Start Here
Need support? Financial aid to cover Level 2 dues is available.
Apply for Financial Aid
Choose the Level That Fits Your Next Step
Level 1 — Free Author Membership
Best for authors who need a place to begin
A simple starting point for authors who want visibility, connection, and a first step into the Texas Authors community.
What you get
- Author listing with photo, bio, and website link in the museum directory
- Access to select TASC announcements, opportunities, and community updates
How to join
Email your author photo and short bio to:
Need support? Low-income grants are available.
Request Low-Income Grant Info
Level 2 — Author & Success Center Supporter — $75/year
Best for authors who want practical exposure and support
A solid step forward for authors who want more visibility, more connection, and more support without overcomplicating the process.
What you get
- Upgraded author listing with book covers, each linked to the retailer or site of your choice
- One 30-minute video interview for your media kit
- Quarterly social posts across TASC and Museum channels, including Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, and Telegram
- Three complimentary eBooks from the Top Ten for Authors series: Pre-Publishing, Publishing, and Marketing
- One complimentary audiobook from the series
- One featured book per month promoted across our social system, connected to the Texas Bookshelf Shop
- Personal website and social links on your profile page
Join Level 2
Click here to purchase Level 2 TASC Membership
Level 3 — Authorpreneur Membership — $150/year
Best for authors ready to build momentum
A stronger growth level for authors who want ongoing promotion, added credibility, and more professional visibility.
What you get
- Featured article in Texas Authors Magazine
- Author listing with photo, bio, books, and links
- One 30-minute video interview plus four quick-hit social Q&As for continued promotion
- Monthly social posts for 12 months
- One New Book Release or Event spotlight
- One True Voice Review – Basic Plan
- Six complimentary eBooks per year from the Top Ten for Authors series
- Two complimentary audiobooks per year from the series
- 20% discount on TASC/TAMIH classes, workshops, and sessions
- 10% discount on entry fees for TASC/TAMIH contests and programs
- One featured book per month promoted through our social system connected to the Texas Bookshelf Shop
- Personal website and social links on your profile page
Join Level 3
Click here to purchase a TASC Level 3 Membership
Level 4 — Elite Author Membership — $250/year
Best for authors who want high-impact support and visibility
Our top level of support for authors who want premium visibility, stronger marketing tools, and a more serious long-term growth path.
What you get
1. Featured Author Spotlight
- Homepage feature for one month
- Full-page magazine placement in book sales one-sheet format
2. Advanced Social Promotion
- Monthly multi-platform campaigns across Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Facebook, and X/Twitter
- Custom graphics for selected campaigns
3. Professional Book Trailer
- One 30-second AI-produced trailer
4. True Voice Review – Package 2
- One full True Voice Reviews Package 2 editorial review per membership year
- Includes a long-form review, short review, and pull quotes suitable for marketing
- Provides professional, quotable credibility you can use with readers and promotional materials
- Shareable digital assets for your website, social media, and sales pages
5. Podcast / Webinar Opportunities
- Guest feature to discuss your work and journey
6. Event Promotion & Support
- Priority placement at TASC/TAMIH-sponsored programs such as Lone Star Festival and World Record events
- $50 discount on TAMIH-sponsored events valued at $100+
7. Advertising Credit
- $100 credit toward TASC/TAMIH publications or partner outlets
8. Personalized Marketing Consultation
- One-hour strategy session with a TASC marketing expert
9. Exclusive Discounts
- 30% off all TASC/TAMIH classes, workshops, and sessions
- 15% off entry fees for TASC/TAMIH events
10. Enhanced Educational Resources
- Quarterly eBooks from Top Ten for Authors for a total of four per year
- Quarterly audiobooks from the series for a total of four per year
11. Networking & Collaboration
- Elite-only community access
- Invitation to an annual Elite networking event
12. Priority Author Listing
- Premium placement in the directory
Upgrade or Purchase Level 4
Pay in Full (PayPal)
Or email Member Services for upgrade pricing and availability
Additional Trust & Growth Programs for Paid Level 4 Members
Paid Level 4 members also gain access to these programs at no additional cost:
- VTAP — Verified Texas Author Program: human-authorship verification and author identity protection
- ReadSafe Ratings: transparent, voluntary content ratings for libraries, retailers, and families
- Texas Authors Press: priority submission windows for members
- Texas Authors Magazine: feature and advertising opportunities tied to your membership tier
Why Join TASC?
Because authors need more than encouragement. They need structure. They need practical support. They need real next steps. TASC was built to help Texas authors move from confusion to clarity, from scattered effort to stronger growth, and from guesswork to guided progress.
If you are ready for more than random advice, join the Texas Authors Success Center and start building with support designed to help you succeed.
Join Today and Start Succeeding
Questions?