The Everything Guide to Getting Published

Expert advice for building a successful writing career

By Randy Ladenheim-Gil

Format: Paperback

SKU# W4296

Details

You've always wanted to be an author. And now you're ready to get started. But getting that manuscript written and published is not so easy. In this guide, you'll find the expert advice of industry insiders--editors, agents, and successful authors. You'll learn tips and tricks about submissions, how to write a killer query, and even how to navigate the uncertain waters of self-publishing and e-books. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced writer, here is everything you need to take an idea to the printed page, including:

Guidance on planning a writing career and building a platform
Surefire ways to get a submission taken seriously
Contract negotiation tips from the pros
An in-depth exploration of self-publishing and e-books

This essential guide also includes an exclusive link to a FREE get-published webinar, sponsored by the prestigious writing magazine Writer's Digest. This multimedia package is loaded with insider tips and professional techniques--all you need to turn writing from a hobby into a profession!

Randy Ladenheim-Gil is a thirty-year veteran of the publishing industry. At several major publishing companies, including Penguin, Ballantine, William Morrow, and Kensington, she acquired, edited, and marketed hundreds of successful books across a multitude of categories. Most recently, Randy worked as Executive Editor at Alpha Books, overseeing the acquisition and development of series and single-title books.

Additional Information