About this title: Every year, thousands of budding writers try to get their book ideas and manuscripts sold. The successful writer needs to convince publishers that his or her material is a solid business proposition. Part marketing guide, part writing guide, part inspirational handbook, this book aims to offer a companion for writers of all genres. Whether a novice or published author, this book reveals how to develop a marketable book idea, create a winning book proposal, lock in a publishing deal, and deliver a blockbuster manuscript. It includes strategies for finding the right publishers, and advice on ...
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Description: Good. Former Library book. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! read more
Description: Very Good. Signed by Author Very good trade paperback, signed by the author on half title page, small soil spot on edge, RB508208. read more
Edition: First Edition, First printing thus
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, New York
Date Published: 1987
ISBN-13:9780471858294ISBN:0471858293
Description: Near fine. 214 pp including index, pages clean & tight. Fine black line across lower outer edge of text block near spine. Trade Paperback. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Contemporary Books
Date Published: 1979
ISBN-13:9780809273485ISBN:0809273489
Description: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. Hardcover 1979, NO DUST JACKET, but book is in Very Good Condition, Light rubbing to edges and cover, Binding square and tight, Corners sharp, Gently read, Interior is like new, Scarce title from this publisher, Domestic Tracking. read more
Description: Good. Minimal damage to cover and binding. Pages show light use. With pride from Motor City. All books guaranteed. Best Service, Best Prices. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Contemporary, Chicago
Date Published: 1979
ISBN-13:9780809273478ISBN:0809273470
Description: Very Good ++ McGraw-Hill Contemporary 1979 Slight edgewear clean tight lightly tanning pages. This is a practical and inspirational handbook that will guide aspiring writers as well as seasoned pros through the mysteries of researching, writing, and selling freelance articles for magazines, newspapers, and Internet zines. With explicit examples and an easy-to-understand writing style, L. Perry Wilbur and Jon Samsel help writers to realize their inherent power for creative expression by showing ... read more
Description: Satisfaction Guaranteed. Shipped quickly. 1979. Paperback. Used, very good. Very good overall with light to moderate wear. No dust jacket. read more
Description: New. No dust jacket as issued. New Book-US orders ship with USPS delivery confirmation. Sewn binding. Paper over boards. 224 p. Audience: General/trade. read more
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