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Understanding the Hollywood Market and Common Scams to Avoid

Keith Ogorek

The demand by Hollywood for interesting ideas and stories has never been greater, and they love to find that content in books. Yet, many times, authors don’t incorporate some basic things that make Hollywood want to option a book and develop it for the...
- 11 months ago
- Book to Screen
- Adaptations
How can I distribute, sell, and promote my book in foreign countries?

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Question: How can I distribute, sell, and promote my book in foreign countries? Answer: In today’s interconnected world, the opportunity for authors to reach readers globally is greater than ever. With digital publishing, global e-commerce, and...
- over 1 year ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
Ask the Author: Ten Questions with Award-Winning Author D.B. Jackson

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D. B. Jackson is the award-winning author of three novels: They Rode Good Horses, Unbroke Horses, and Small Moving Parts, as well as several short stories. His screenplays include the television series adaptation of They Rode Good Horses, the feature...
- over 7 years ago
- Managing Your Writing Life
- Goal Setting and Process
I’ve been receiving daily emails and phone calls about various “opportunities” for my published book. How do I know if these are scams or legit?

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Question: I’ve been receiving daily emails and phones calls about various “opportunities” for my published book. How do I know if these are scams or legit? Answer: Unfortunately, publishing and Hollywood-related scams continue to plague the industry...
- 7 months ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
The Art of Editing: The Journey from First Draft to Final Draft

Derek Taylor Kent

So you finished your book? That's great! But now comes the hard part. How can you self-edit so that it's in good enough shape for critical readers, agents, and publishers? How do you know if you need a professional editor? Bestselling author Derek...
- over 4 years ago
- Editorial Services
- Editorial Assessments
How can I find a ghostwriter that is a good fit for my book idea?

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Question: How can I find a ghostwriter that is a good fit for my book idea? Answer: Is there a message or story you are longing to share with the world, but are uncertain how to turn that idea into something others can benefit from and enjoy? Or...
- over 1 year ago
- Author Learning Center
- Ask Keith
Author Rights – Understanding the Basics

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Disclaimer: This article provides an overview of the basic principles of author rights in the United States. The material contained in this article is NOT legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client or other confidential relationship between...
- over 5 years ago
- Legal
- Intellectual Property Rights
Screenwriting: How does the Film Industry Work? - article

Stephen Sandlin

Where does the film industry begin? Where does it end?” From the screenwriter’s perspective, these two questions often lead to the same answer: the “development stage.” The development stage, the stage wherein screenwriters are given the chance to define...
- over 9 years ago
- Book to Screen
- Companies
Proposal Packages: The Secret Weapon to Ignite a Bidding War

Derek Taylor Kent

While many just write query letters, there's a whole other option that very few know about called the proposal package. Learn how Derek created a proposal package that got his book into a bidding war between Penguin, Random House, and Holt/Macmillan...
- over 3 years ago
- Traditional Publishing
- Book Proposals