Getting Published: How to Learn and Master the Business of Writing - Softcover

Magee, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0971897433 ISBN 13: 9780971897434

Publisher: Jefferson Press, 2006

Synopsis

Teaching writers how to break into print by focusing on the business aspects of big-time publishing, this book combines a useful blend of personal anecdotes and experiences with New York agents and editors with how-to information on getting published and publishing. First-time writers learn the importance of who will buy their book and why, as well as what mistakes to avoid. Writers learn the specifics of proving a book’s worth to publishers, building a strong marketing plan, and lining up advance sales.

About this title

About the Author

David Magee is the founder and owner of Jefferson Press, a small literary publisher. He lives in Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, with his wife and three children.

Edition details

• Publisher: Jefferson Press
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0971897433
• ISBN 13: 9780971897434
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 172