How to Write a Book Proposal
- ISBN-10
- 1582977038
- ISBN-13
- 9781582977034
- Series
- How to Write a Book Proposal
- Category
- Language Arts & Disciplines
- Pages
- 336
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011-03-22
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Author
- Michael Larsen
Description
The Source for Book Proposals Success! How to Write a Book Proposal is THE resource for getting your work published. This newly revised edition of the Writer's Digest Books classic outlines how to create an effective, nonfiction book proposal in a clear, step-by-step manner. You'll learn the keys to a successful book proposal and how to: • Test-market the potential of a book idea and effectively communicate that potential in a proposal • Choose the best agents and editors for a particular proposal • Create a professional-looking proposal package • Predispose publishers to make their best offer Notes agent and author Michael Larsen also provides insider insights into the publishing industry as well as a plethora of newly updated information including: • Recent changes in the publishing industry • Updated trend information • New sample proposals • Expanded instructions for creating outlines You'll also find complete guidelines to becoming an effective self-promoter. How to Write a Book Proposal is a must-have for every writer!
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- 2017-09-05
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- 2017-09
- 328 pages
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