Texas Authors Success Center (TASC)

Elevate Your Author Journey with the Texas Authors Success Center (TASC)

TASC is the working-lab division of the Texas Authors Museum—built to help real Texas writers learn, grow, market, and sell more books through practical training, guided assessments, trusted verification, targeted promotion, and community.

Financial aid to cover Level 2 dues is available.
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Level 1 — Free Author Membership

Unleash the power of visibility. This level does not include book sales on the Texas Bookshelf Shop.

What you get

  • Author listing with photo, bio, and website link (museum directory)

  • Access to select TASC announcements, opportunities, and community updates

How to join

Need support? Low-income grants are available.
Request Low-Income Grant Info

Level 2 — Author & Success Center Supporter — $75/year

Step into hands-on exposure and growth.

What you get

  • Author listing upgraded with book covers, each linked to the retailer/site of your choice

  • One 30-minute video interview for your media kit

  • Quarterly social posts across TASC/Museum channels (Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, Telegram)

  • Three complimentary eBooks from the Top Ten for Authors series (Pre-Publishing, Publishing, Marketing)

  • One complimentary audiobook from the Top Ten for Authors series (your choice of group)

  • One featured book per month is promoted across our social system, connected to the Texas Bookshelf Shop

  • Personal website & social links on your profile page

Join Level 2

Level 3 — Authorpreneur Membership — $150/year

Build momentum with monthly promotion and pro-grade visibility.

What you get

  • Featured article in Texas Authors Magazine

  • Author listing with photo, bio, books + links

  • One 30-minute video interview plus 4 quick-hit social Q&As for ongoing promotion

  • Monthly social posts for 12 months

  • One New Book Release or Event spotlight

  • Six complimentary eBooks per year from the Top Ten for Authors series (2 each: Pre-Publishing, Publishing, Marketing)

  • Two complimentary audiobooks per year from the series (your choice)

  • 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 is promoted via our social system connected to the Texas Bookshelf Shop

  • Personal website & social links on your profile page

Join Level 3

Level 4 — Elite Author Membership — $250/year

High-impact visibility, pro assets, and premium support.

What you get

  1. Featured Author Spotlight

    • Homepage feature for one month

    • Full-page magazine placement (book sales one-sheet format)

  2. Advanced Social Promotion

    • Monthly multi-platform campaigns (Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Facebook, X/Twitter)

    • Custom graphics for selected campaigns

  3. Professional Book Trailer

    • 30-second AI-produced trailer

  4. Podcast / Webinar Opportunities

    • Guest feature to discuss your work and journey

  5. Event Promotion & Support

    • Priority placement at TASC/TAMIH-sponsored programs (e.g., Lone Star Festival, World Record events)

    • $50 event discount on TAMIH-sponsored events valued at $100+

  6. Advertising Credit

    • $100 credit toward TASC/TAMIH publications or partner outlets

  7. Personalized Marketing Consultation

    • One-hour strategy session with a TASC marketing expert

  8. Exclusive Discounts

    • 30% off all TASC/TAMIH classes, workshops, sessions

    • 15% off entry fees for TASC/TAMIH events

  9. Enhanced Educational Resources

    • Quarterly eBooks from Top Ten for Authors (total 4/year)

    • Quarterly audiobooks from the series (total 4/year)

  10. Networking & Collaboration

    • Elite-only community access

    • Invitation to an annual Elite networking event

    1. Priority Author Listing

    • Premium placement in the directory

Upgrade or Purchase Level 4

Trust & Growth Programs are also Available to Paid Level 4 Members 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: features and ad opportunities tied to your membership tier

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