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The Authors Publish Guide to Manuscript Submission – Third Edition
You Have a Manuscript, But Don't Know What to Do With It As soon as a writer starts down the path towards publication, there are many questions and obstacles. Many authors submit their book to one or two publishers, wait months to barely get a response, and then give up. Or they make easily avoidable mistakes that ruin their chances. This book presents an Clear guidance on the process for successfully finding a traditional publisher, or agent, for your book. In this book, you'll learn how to write a query letter, how to research the right publishers, how to prepare your manuscript for submission, whether to aim for an agent, and more. The goal of this book is to give you a concise and clear education on the process of successfully submitting a manuscript for publication. This edition of the book has been expanded, revised, and updated. It now includes a discussion of non-fiction publishing, in addition to the extensive discussion of submitting creative writing manuscripts.
72 pages, ebook
Published August 23, 2019
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September 7, 2019
Excellent Resource!
For the beginner or the veteran writer, this book helps through the process leading up to publication. If you follow this simple but concrete guide and follow Authors Publish Magazine newsletter which announces publishers accepting submissions, you cannot go wrong.
For the beginner or the veteran writer, this book helps through the process leading up to publication. If you follow this simple but concrete guide and follow Authors Publish Magazine newsletter which announces publishers accepting submissions, you cannot go wrong.
September 20, 2019
Although I’ve worked with agents and publishers in the past, it’s been a long time since I’ve been involved in the submission process or read a how-to book on the topic. I picked up this book to see what, if anything, has changed over the years. The answer is not that much. Competition is still fierce, guidelines must be followed, and patience is mandatory.
What has changed is how the information is presented. The author inserts many helpful links to learn more on specific aspects, an option that wasn’t available when I was reading how-to books. The many links can make some chapters appear more like a detailed summary, although busy readers might prefer this over longer text.
The other change is the amount of caution expressed (necessary, I believe) to avoid scams or people who will exploit an author’s dream of becoming published. Unscrupulous agents, publishers, and editors are far more prevalent than they were a few years ago, so the tips offered to detect legitimate agents and publishers from scammers is really helpful.
The chapters on query letters, pitches, and synopses are essential reading, but again they are more of a detailed overview. As the author notes, there are plenty of articles and books that can help authors with the nitty-gritty details. I liked the practical but positive tone, and the authors’ reference to personal experiences. This book will definitely help beginners navigate their way through the ups and downs of manuscript submission. What I don’t know, however, is if all the links work or will be relevant down the road.
What has changed is how the information is presented. The author inserts many helpful links to learn more on specific aspects, an option that wasn’t available when I was reading how-to books. The many links can make some chapters appear more like a detailed summary, although busy readers might prefer this over longer text.
The other change is the amount of caution expressed (necessary, I believe) to avoid scams or people who will exploit an author’s dream of becoming published. Unscrupulous agents, publishers, and editors are far more prevalent than they were a few years ago, so the tips offered to detect legitimate agents and publishers from scammers is really helpful.
The chapters on query letters, pitches, and synopses are essential reading, but again they are more of a detailed overview. As the author notes, there are plenty of articles and books that can help authors with the nitty-gritty details. I liked the practical but positive tone, and the authors’ reference to personal experiences. This book will definitely help beginners navigate their way through the ups and downs of manuscript submission. What I don’t know, however, is if all the links work or will be relevant down the road.
August 26, 2022
A good 101 on the submission process - but could have use a few more examples for practical demonstration of the theory.
September 7, 2019
A stunning,distinguished book that really takes the authors through the labyrinths of manuscript submissions and how to beat the best to be the best. Thank you so much, Emily Harstone,for this timely book.
With all humility,
Shola Balogun
With all humility,
Shola Balogun
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September 8, 2019
Very informative and clear guide on manuscript submission
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