by: Michelle Howry
Release Date: May, 2002, Media: Paperback
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Straight Talk To Writers About Book Agents
Every publishing experience is different. Each book agent and each publisher operates in a different way--but the overall process has many of the same principles. These principles are captured and explained in this excellent compilation of articles from various F & W Publications.
In one concise volume, you will learn about preparing and submitting your manuscript. How to determine if you need a book agent, then how to find the right one and what does a book agent do anyway? The answers are in this volume.
After you locate a book agent or determine if you need one, what are nonfiction editor looking for? What are fiction editors searching for? Or what are children's editors searching for? These questions are answered in these pages.
Finally what is that process after your book is contracted? How do you work with your editor? What expectations should I have after my book is published?
Publishing is constantly changing and there are no permanent answers but I found the wisdom in these pages worthwhile and something I recommend to writers who are looking for solid answers to their questions.
As editor Michelle Howry writes in her introduction, "Getting a book published is an arduous task. It often seems as if the publishing industry itself was structured to make it as difficult as possible for a first-time author to figure it all out. It's challenging, but there is hope. As you'll see throughout this book, agent and editors really are still searching for talented new writers. Use this book like a road map, inside you'll find the information you need to navigate the unfamiliar publishing landscape and find publishing success. Rely on the advice of these "publishing mentors"--along with your amazingly well-written book--to target a literary agent, wood an editor, and earn a book contract."
Sound words are in these pages. I recommend it.
