The Beginner's Guide to Getting Published
"'Absorbing and highly informative... No author seriously interested in getting published can afford to be without this book.' Writers' News 'Really definitive... Leaves every other similar book in its shade.' Pause, National Poetry Foundation From the author: 'The world of publishing is volatile and highly competitive so you'll need a guide to show you how to give yourself the best chance of success. Following the advice in this book will save you a lot of time, money and frustration.'"
List of illustrations
Preface to the sixth edition
1. Getting started
2. The Internet
3. Understanding Rights and Contracts
4. Keeping records
5. Preparing Your Work for Submission
6. Submitting Your Work to the Market
7. Writing for Magazines and Newspapers
8. Writing and Selling Short Stories
9. Writing and Selling Your First Novel
10. Writing and Selling Non-Fiction Books
11. Writing for Children and Teenagers
12. Writing Poetry. Song Lyrics and Greeting Cards
13. Writing for Radio, Screen and Stage
14. Self-Financed Publishing
15. Writing for Competitions
Glossary
Recommended Reading
Associations Open to Unpublished Writers
Other Useful Addresses
Index.
