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Why do book categories matter, and how do I know which categories to select for my book?
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Question: Why do book categories matter, and how do I know which categories to select for my book? Answer: Books can be about many different things: a fairytale romance, a post-apocalyptic world, a true story of triumph, or steps for self-improvement...
over 2 years ago
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The 10 Most Common Reasons Book Proposals are Rejected - article
Marcia Yudkin
Hearing a “no” from a literary agent or editor for a publishing house is never easy. Very often, however, hopeful authors misinterpret brief personal notes added to a stock rejection letter. Sometimes the misconstrual leads the writer to give up when...
over 9 years ago
Traditional Publishing
Book Proposals
How can I connect with other writers and industry professionals without it seeming forced or insincere?
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Question: How can I connect with other writers and industry professionals without it seeming forced or insincere? Answer: Writing a book can be a very solitary act, requiring months or even years of individual effort, focus, and discipline. While...
3 months ago
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7 Steps to Creating Your Publishing Plan
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Many people dream of one day publishing a book, but few actually know the steps it takes to get there. With so many paths, options, and decisions, publishing a book can be elusive and daunting. It’s easy to get lost or waste time and money if you don...
over 7 years ago
Preparation
Choosing a Path
Book Publishing Terms You Should Know
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If you’re looking to publish a book for the first time, there are probably at least a few publishing concepts and terms you’re not completely familiar with. We’ve assembled a glossary of common terms with brief definitions to help you navigate your...
over 7 years ago
Preparation
Choosing a Path
I’ve been told I need to create a list of comparable authors and book titles. Why do I need one, and what is the best way to build the list?
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Question: I’ve been told I need to create a list of comparable authors and book titles. Why do I need one, and what is the best way to build the list? Answer: Comparable authors and book titles, also known as “comps”, are those authors or books...
10 months ago
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If I’ve signed my book rights over to a publisher, how can I get those rights back?
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Disclaimer: This article provides an overview of the basic principles of publishing contracts and rights reversion in the United States. The material contained in this article is NOT legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client or other confidential...
over 1 year ago
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Your Book's Elevator Pitch - article
Molly Blaisdell
One savvy author skill is the ability to deliver your book’s elevator pitch. Every author needs to be able to showcase their book in about 30 to 60 seconds, which is the traditional length of an elevator ride. The elevator pitch is part hook and part...
over 9 years ago
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Elevator Pitch
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