So You Want to Be an Indie Publisher

Dr. Glenn Rogers, author and publisher of 46 books, explains in an easy, conversational manner the basics of the publishing business and being an independent publisher.

Author: Glenn Rogers

Publisher: Simpson & Brook, Publishers

ISBN: 0998648396

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 124

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Dr. Glenn Rogers, author and publisher of 46 books, explains in an easy, conversational manner the basics of the publishing business and being an independent publisher. For authors of fiction and nonfiction who are considering self-publishing, Rogers' book on indie publishing is a must read.
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So You Want to Publish a Magazine

Therefore, you need a practical and realistic approach to moulding a sustainable publishing model that can pay for itself. Follow the steps in this chapter to craft the building blocks of your title. For a lot of indie publishers, ...

Author: Angharad Lewis

Publisher: Hachette UK

ISBN: 9781786270993

Category: Design

Page: 416

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The process of creating graphic design cannot be easily defined: each designer has their own way of seeing the world and approaching their work. Graphic Design Process features a series of in-depth case studies exploring a range of both universal and unique design methods. Chapters investigate typical creative strategies – Research, Inspiration, Drawing, Narrative, Abstraction, Development and Collaboration – examining the work of 23 graphic designers from around the world. Work featured includes projects by Philippe Apeloig, Michael Bierut, Ed Fella, James Goggin, Anette Lenz, Johnson Banks, Me Company, Graphic Thought Facility, Ahn Sang-Soo and Ralph Schraivogel. This book is aimed at students and educators, as well as practising designers interested in the working methodologies of their peers.
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The Write Stuff

C.L. Threatt has self-published 13 books of his own and in this book, he shows you how you can do the same. This book has helpful information for writers of all skill levels.

Author: C. L. Threatt

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

ISBN: 1517644038

Category:

Page: 146

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So you want to write a book, or maybe you've already written one. If you have, how did you publish it? If you haven't, how do you plan to publish it? In today's publishing market, many first time and even experienced authors are finding it more and more difficult to have their work accepted by a mainstream publisher. That's why so many have decided to become self, or indie publishers. But how do you do it? Where do you start? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Will your work still be taken seriously by the public if you self-publish? Author and poet, C. L. Threatt addresses these and other questions in his latest book, The Write Stuff: How to Produce, Publish and Promote Your own Book. C.L. Threatt has self-published 13 books of his own and in this book, he shows you how you can do the same. This book has helpful information for writers of all skill levels. In it you will discover: -How to write a fiction or non-fiction book -How to make research fun -How to handle writer's block -How to create a cover and title that sells -How to price your book effectively -How to market your book -How to create your own publishing business These are just a few of the many things you'll learn when you have the Write Stuff. This book will put you on the Write Path and is a must have for anyone who wishes to see their words transformed from an idea to their very own book.
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Foolproof Indie Publishing

AN OLD ADAGE If you want something done right, do it yourself. ~ Anonymous If you want to guide your own career and be your own boss, Foolproof! Indie Publishing may be the only book you'll ever need.

Author: J. S. Chapman

Publisher: Weatherly Books

ISBN:

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 150

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WHEN IT COMES TO INDIE PUBLISHING, IT USED TO BE HARD AND EXPENSIVE TO PUBLISH YOUR OWN BOOK. But thanks to the digital publishing revolution, not only is it easy, it’s easy on the wallet … provided you know how to get it done. FOOLPROOF! INDIE PUBLISHING: The Cheapskate Guide for Publishing Your Way to Success promises to: · Demystify the digital bookscape · Show you how to put your books up for sale without going broke · Explain the macro picture so you can micromanage your career · Guide you from written word to published author Before charging headlong into self-publishing, you must first educate yourself about the digital bookscape. The indie publishing world is much larger than you might have imagined … filled with a vast network of bookstores, publishing services, distributors, aggregators, and vanity presses … along with countless specialists and experts who want your business. This book will provide all the information needed to be an indie author without going into debt. Simple terms, valuable resources, and easy-to-follow instructions will guide you from initial preparation to formatting and finally to publication. If you want to guide your own writing career and be your own boss, FOOLPROOF! INDIE PUBLISHING may be the only book you’ll ever need. It’s been written for cost-conscious authors who want to maximize earnings and minimize expenses the do-it-yourself way. In this book, you’ll learn about — · Publishing on a shoestring while making a professional splash · Earnings potential and the power of exponential sales · Why keywords and categories are critical to publishing success · How to do it yourself and why you should · Formatting your books for easy self-publishing · Where to publish your books · Ways to increase your productivity · Basics of marketing & advertising · What’s hot and what’s not in fiction and nonfiction · Selling yourself and your books · Putting your ebook up on Amazon with step-by-step instructions · Building your platform with social media · Determining whether you should ‘go wide’ or ‘go exclusive’ · Why Amazon may be the only place you need to publish your books If you can turn on your computer, you can self-publish your book. Find out how to do it by getting your copy of FOOLPROOF! INDIE PUBLISHING now!
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Self Publishing for Authors

A Simple How-To Guide for Indie Publishing C. A. Price, Craig A. Price Jr. Book Signing SO YOU WANT TO HAVE A BOOK SIGNING ? Book signings are fun experiences for authors to do. Often you start small, then if you enjoy it, you work your ...

Author: C. A. Price

Publisher: Claymore Publishing

ISBN:

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 450

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Want to Publish a book, but don't know where to start? You can do it yourself! In this book, I will walk you through how to get setup and publish your book to all the retailers. This a step-by-step publishing guide is much more than a how-to publish book. First, I start with the writing process from plotting to writing, editing, cover design, formatting, blurb writing, then move into the publishing process, including how to get your book onto as many retailers as possible. Here you will find a book that talks about more than just the great 'Zon and eBooks. I walk you through setting up paperbacks and audio books as well. Want to sell directly to your customers? Want to get into some of the smaller stores and libraries? Want to learn a bit of information on book marketing? This book has it all. If you're wanting to get your book out there, but you need a step-by-step guide, including pictures, to help you understand the process, look no further! I've broken this down to help you understand every step of the process! Buy this book on Self-Publishing to get your book out to the world today!
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All You Need to Know About the Music Business

with your publishing if you need (or want) some guaranteed money. Otherwise, you can hire people ... However, the major will not have the same incentive to take care of the independent's songs as it will to take care of its own.

Author: Donald S. Passman

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

ISBN: 9781451682465

Category: Business & Economics

Page: 480

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An essential guide to the music industry incorporates information on major changes in response to technological advances and economic uncertainty, covering such topics as music copyrights and new digital streaming services.
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Indie Publishing It s Your Book

publisher. So, my Where to turn next? By then, there was such a thing as the internet, and low and behold, ... They're great if you want a copy of your creation to put on your mom's coffee table, but if you're looking to make money, I'd ...

Author: Marti Talbott

Publisher: MT Creations Corporation

ISBN:

Category: Business & Economics

Page: 40

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Writing a manuscript is hard work! Figuring out how to sell it is even harder. In this no fluff, 2021 eBook, the author of over 50 Indie Published novels shares her eleven years of experience in the industry. Written with beginning novelists in mind, learn how she starts a new book, creates a blurb that sells, and chooses the best cover art. Included are tips on how to avoid writer scams, the uploading process, setting the price, best marketing practices with tricks and examples not found anywhere else. It's your book - from the first word to getting paid, in Indie Publishing you're in complete control.
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Self Publishing Glossary

The information in this book is updated regularly and honed by the shared experiences of the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) – the professional association for self-publishing authors – and the thousands of writers who visit ...

Author: Alliance of Independent Authors

Publisher: Font Publications

ISBN: 9781913588410

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 144

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At the Alliance of Independent Authors, we understand that the world of self-publishing can be confusing, even daunting. With so much to learn in a world where conditions are constantly changing, it helps if you speak the language. Like every profession, publishing has some mystifying jargon. With this glossary in hand, you will understand all the terminology and learn to "speak publishing”, from a-books to zero rating, like an indie author pro.
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Book Blurbs Unleashed

This book delivers methods that will work for you. It studies blurbs from a copywriting, neuroscience and artistic perspective. Because a good blurb is all these things. This book will dispel blurb myths, and explain effective tactics.

Author: Robert J. Ryan

Publisher:

ISBN: 1700403362

Category:

Page: 145

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Do you sell as many books as you want to? A blurb is the hub around which all buying decisions revolve. People click to it from the cover. They click to it from ads. They click to it from other books. But how do you write one that turns views into sales? Do you get conflicting advice on how to write a blurb from books, blogposts and internet comments? Have you tried gimmicks from blurb gurus only to see no difference in sales? This book delivers methods that will work for you. It studies blurbs from a copywriting, neuroscience and artistic perspective. Because a good blurb is all these things. This book will dispel blurb myths, and explain effective tactics. Finally, it'll deconstruct great blurbs so you see their moving parts. Enter the cutting-edge world of advanced blurbs and learn: The neuroscience behind persuasion The bad advice that's killing your sales Copywriting super-hooks other than teasers How blurbs really work Distilled here is decades of knowledge from a full-time author who used to be employed to persuade people. You'll never look at blurbs the same way again. Are you ready to unleash the full power of yours?
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The Publishing Challenge for Independent Video game Developers

As I said, this is really not unjustified and happens sometimes. To a certain extent, it cannot be avoided because it is necessary. The only way that allows you to do exactly what you want is self-publishing. Then nobody argues against ...

Author: Odile Limpach

Publisher: CRC Press

ISBN: 9781000032642

Category: Computers

Page: 248

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Professor Odile Limpach gives independent developers everything they need to succeed in the world of video game publishing. The Publishing Challenge for Independent Video Game Developers: A Practical Guide defines what game publishing means for the indie developer and offers a concise framework to tackle the decision of whether to self-publish or not. Furthermore, the text establishes a catalogue of current known publishers with some salient characteristics and offers a list of useful publishing tools. Along with showcasing testimonials from several young and seasoned developers on their experiences with publishing and partners and recommendations from renown experts of the industry, this book offers tools, platforms, and guides to game publishing. Key features: Provides a broad overview of the game publishing market Explores criteria for choosing between a publishing partner or self-publishing Offers case studies and testimonials from indie game developers and publishers about the process. Professor Odile Limpach teaches economics and entrepreneurship at the Cologne Game Lab, TH Köln (Technical University of Cologne). She is also co-founder of the Acceleration Program SpielFabrique 360° and works as a Strategic Consultant for games and serious game projects. Between 2007 and 2014, she was the managing director of the German entertainment software studio Ubisoft Blue Byte. Before, she was the managing director of Ubisoft GmbH. She graduated from business school Institut Commercial de Nancy in France and completed her MBA in the United States. Odile Limpach is also involved as a volunteer in the areas of vocational training and acts as a German partner for Games for Change Europe. Furthermore, she acts as an advisor (Conseiller du Commerce Extérieur) for the French Ministry for International Business Development.
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How to Create and Distribute Ebooks for Profit

So, while the payment process is certainly faster than what you'll see in the traditional publishing world, it's not as fast ... As an indie author, you do NOT want to work with a publisher if you want to maintain your rights and keep ...

Author: Steve Sikes

Publisher: eBookIt.com

ISBN: 9781456617363

Category: Computers

Page: 51

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Ever wonder how to really write and distribute a profitable Ebook? This Ebook takes you step by step through the entire process. It is a simple and easy read, but will cover all the details you need to have you quickly writing and creating ebooks like a pro. This ebook contains all the secrets needed to properly format your book and to produce an eye catching cover. Finally, learn to distribute and market your ebook to generate a profit.
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The Complete Idiot s Guide to Getting Published 5th Edition

So Many Ways to Mess It Up Sure, you can type like no one else, you can use your cell phone to do cool things, ... More than one indie publisher has proudly opened a box of books from the printer, only to notice right away a big typo on ...

Author: Jennifer Basye Sander

Publisher: Penguin

ISBN: 9781615643080

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 400

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Includes tips about everything from agents to electronic publishing.
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The Naked Truth About Self Publishing

If you're one of those authors who need the ego gratification of writing for a big New York publisher, you're not ... Some publishers even see it as a positive thing — your indie publishing efforts gain more readers for the books of ...

Author: The Indie Voice

Publisher: Theresa Ragan

ISBN:

Category:

Page:

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Self Publishing Success

As your business grows, however, it's better to outsource these tasks so you can concentrate on your core business, ... The critical characteristic of indie publishing is that you are in control: You choose what type of career you want, ...

Author: Nigel George

Publisher: GNW Independent Publishing

ISBN:

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page:

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This is not another book about book marketing - this book is about the things that are actually critical to your success as an author. Trying to become a successful author by only concentrating on marketing is like trying to become a body-builder by only doing bicep curls with your left arm. The fundamental principles that will take you from zero to making a good living have nothing to do with money or luck or your lack of 3 million fans on Facebook. These principles applied before social media existed, and will continue to be the foundation of authors' success long after the current crop of social platforms have faded into history. This book will teach you these underlying principles. It will show you how to sift through the noise and misinformation online and learn what every successful modern author knows---becoming a successful author is not as hard as you think.
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The Path of the Indie or How to Self Publish Your Book

Plus, they have overhead, so they really need to know they'll make a profit. Still want to go for the publishers? You should. I would. I did. They didn't pick me up, and that's fine. That's what Chapter 6 is about.

Author: Martin V. Parece II

Publisher: Parece Publishing

ISBN:

Category: Reference

Page:

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This book is your one stop guide to publishing your book on multiple e-book platforms, print on demand and audio. Inside you’ll find detailed walkthroughs on the process itself, the websites you’ll need to use and extensive advice on the process. Here’s what I could do – I could promise you everything. The sun, moon and stars will be yours to command. If you read my book, you will be the next big author, and you’ll make so much money that you’ll have no choice to give it all away because you can’t possibly spend it all in one lifetime. I’m not going to do that. Why? Because that’s exactly what all the other books, websites and so-called experts do, and it’s simply not true. Here’s what I will do – I will guide you through the entire process from start to finish. I’ll use my experience from the last several years to help you avoid the mistakes that I (and many other indie authors) have made and still make. I’ll offer you all the advice I can, and with any luck (and a lot of hard work) you’ll publish a book!
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The Writer s Relief Field Guide To Literary Agents

So the only kinds of books they're interested in are, let's face it, books that make money. Poetry books, for the most ... And if you want your book of poems published, an indie publisher may be your best bet. Independent publishers ...

Author: Writer's Relief

Publisher: Writer's Relief

ISBN: 9780991301591

Category: Reference

Page:

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Whether you’re a new writer or a veteran author, finding a literary agent is the best hope for getting your book published. But, as any writer with a book project will tell you, capturing the attention and interest of a literary agent is easier said than done. You need a guide. The Writer’s Relief Field Guide To Literary Agents offers industry-insider secrets, tips, and advice on how to find the best literary agent to represent your book, including: · Do I even need a literary agent? · What literary agents do—and don’t do · Identifying the right agent for your book · The ultimate literary agent lure: The irresistible query letter · Red flags to watch for and avoid · How to best handle agent requests, rejections, and uncertainties · Make-or-break questions to ask your literary agent · Literary contracts—what you must know BONUS SECTION: The how, what, and why of author platforms It’s all here! In an easy-to-use, step-by-step guide based on over 20 years of publishing industry experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to own this essential handbook and get started on your pursuit of the ultimate author prize: a literary agent and publishing contract!
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The Indie Author Guide

Self-Publishing Strategies Anyone Can Use April Hamilton. layout, and similar matters. They want to decide how and where their books are sold. They don't want to be told what to cut from their manuscripts or how to approach their author ...

Author: April Hamilton

Publisher: Penguin

ISBN: 9781599632674

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 304

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This Is Your Roadmap to Success! The Indie Author Guide takes you through every stage of the self-publishing process. With e-books, print on demand and the power of Web 2.0, you have the ability to publish your own high quality books and go indie—just as filmmakers and musicians have done. Get detailed instructions, complemented by screenshots, so you can get the most of cutting edge publishing options. April L. Hamilton, founder of Publetariat, an online news hub and community for indie authors, gives you insight to the latest technology and step-by-step advice for making the most of your self-publishing options. Inside you'll find everything you need to know to: • organize your files • create your brand • explore your self-publishing options • format your book for POD • edit and revise you work • design your own book cover • publish through a POD print service provider • publish in e-book formats • build an author platform • promote your work • transition from indie to mainstream publishing Plus, you'll get worksheets to help you plan and organize your book, your business, and your writing life, as well as an HTML primer so you can build your own website—even if you're not tech savvy. The Indie Author Guide gives you the skills and confidence you need to take full advantage of today's unique publishing opportunities and grow your readership yourself.
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Your FIRST Self Publishing Logbook

Book size 8x10 inches designed for easy reading & writing on the table, and opening up to look for anything quickly. This book industry standard size also allows neat keeping on shelves alongside other books that you love!

Author: Publishing Pal

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

ISBN: 1537347144

Category:

Page: 108

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Quick question, "Who is the biggest fan of ALL your books?" . . . You!! Obviously. And this very book would help you bring all those books of which you are the No.1 fan to another level i.e. let them be your revenue streams! "Your FIRST Self-publishing Logbook: Best Journal with Prompts to Write in, for Indie Publishers & Authors to Note Book Details, Review Them Quickly, Track Sales Monthly, & Plan New Releases Yearly!" is the only book that provides you with; blanks with prompts for logging monthly sales/royalties of each book of which you are the author or the indie publisher, for up to 24 months (2 years), and up to as many as 36 books in total! 36 boxes to keep details of each author name that you use. If you have multiple author names, it would be super useful for the author-based marketing. Guiding prompts like The book formats, Sales channels, Languages you already published, or the Next book in the series, allowing you to see possibility to increase revenue by means of expansion of those features. Extra freestyle note pages allowing you to jot down anything you like or some inspiration, such as Reviews you love, Related book ideas, Extra info to keep, An author's journal, or The next book release plan! Place for every of your book cover design, either by drawing or a print-out. Seeing the covers of all the books you are proud of at a glance! Prompt outlines of every book permanent details such as title, subtitle, author names, and contributors, for example. Help your memory, and easier access details you want in no time! Two noticeable places (one at the cover, and the other at the spine) for indication of your logbook volume number in case the current one is used up, so you can continue seamlessly on the next one! Book size 8x10 inches designed for easy reading & writing on the table, and opening up to look for anything quickly. This book industry standard size also allows neat keeping on shelves alongside other books that you love! Ideal for either beginning authors/self-publishers or experienced ones who want to make it quicker and hassle-free to overview all books at once, manage next book publishing with super ease, and keep details of all books & authors in one safe place alongside other books they are proud of, within reach, and at any time!
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Before and After the Book Deal

If you feel like your writing is a good fit for the Big Five, you'll want an agent who has connections and a publishing track record with commercial houses. If you're more of an independent-press type, it's important to make sure that ...

Author: Courtney Maum

Publisher: Catapult

ISBN: 9781948226417

Category: Language Arts & Disciplines

Page: 384

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Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about publishing but were too afraid to ask is right here in this funny, candid guide written by an acclaimed author. There are countless books on the market about how to write better but very few books on how to break into the marketplace with your first book. Cutting through the noise (and very mixed advice) online, while both dispelling rumors and remaining positive, Courtney Maum's Before and After the Book Deal is a one–of–a–kind resource that can help you get your book published. Before and After the Book Deal: A Writer's Guide to Finishing, Publishing, Promoting, and Surviving Your First Book has over 150 contributors from all walks of the industry, including international bestselling authors Anthony Doerr, Roxane Gay, Garth Greenwell, Lisa Ko, R. O. Kwon, Rebecca Makkai, and Ottessa Moshfegh, alongside cult favorites Sarah Gerard, Melissa Febos, Mitchell S. Jackson, and Mira Jacob. Agents, film scouts, film producers, translators, disability and minority activists, and power agents and editors also weigh in, offering advice and sharing intimate anecdotes about even the most taboo topics in the industry. Their wisdom will help aspiring authors find a foothold in the publishing world and navigate the challenges of life before and after publication with sanity and grace. Are MFA programs worth the time and money? How do people actually sit down and finish a novel? Did you get a good advance? What do you do when you feel envious of other writers? And why the heck aren’t your friends saying anything about your book? Covering questions ranging from the logistical to the existential (and everything in between), Before and After the Book Deal is the definitive guide for anyone who has ever wanted to know what it’s really like to be an author.
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The Writers and Artists Yearbook Guide to Getting Published

Not all independent publishers are as small as the seven-books-a-year Tindal Street Press. ... But it's sometimes true that authors with independents can feel more supported and more involved in the publishing process than if they were ...

Author: Harry Bingham

Publisher: A&C Black

ISBN: 9781408130872

Category: Reference

Page: 384

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"Invaluable to writers of all kinds" Mark Le Fanu, The Society of Authors Written emphatically from the author's point of view, this is an expert guide to the process of getting published, from submitting your work and finding an agent, to working with a publishing house and understanding the book trade. Together with interviews from authors, agents and publishers (including the CEO of Harper Studio, and the Editorial Director of Pan Macmillan) as well as buyers from Waterstones and Asda - this is an expert guide to: * finding an agent or publisher * successful approaches for covering letters and synopses * understanding contractual terms * working with publishers and the editorial process * your role in helping to publicise your work Getting Published will enable you to market your work more professionally, understand the relationship you will have with both agent and publisher and offers a contemporary inside view of the publishing industry. Along with the essential contacts in the Writers and Artists Yearbook, this is a professional tool you will not want to be without.
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