"Dune"--considered the greatest science fiction novel of all time--was turned down by every single NYC publisher until it was finally accepted by a small press. "The Hunt for the Red October"--the book that made Tom Clancy a mega star--was rejected by over 30 publishers. Trying to sell anything new, different personal or original has always been tough. And these days it's only tougher. The sad truth is, talent just isn't enough. You need to learn: An organized system of creating great fiction. Tips to increase your productivity as your popularity grows. Effective ways to contact editors, book packagers and publishers to sell your fiction. About writing groups, contests, query letters, and pitching books. The ins and outs of literary agents, signing contracts, copyright laws, subsidiary rights, and licensing to film studios and gaming companies. This book dispels myths and cuts through the misconceptions about the book business. It teaches you success stategies proven in the real world! But getting published is just the start. To really break into a fiction writing career you need to understand the best ways to increase sales, how to manage your own publicity, how to maximize the Internet to reach millions of readers, as well as the secrets to creating an exciting website, building a fan base by using e-zines, blogs, and podcasting to interact with your readers. "Breaking Into Fiction Writing!" gives you the knowledge you need to become a brand name author. Learn how to use book packaging to create more books for yourself and others, as well as a constant stream of income from book advances and royalties. Sell your writing over and over again to multiple publishers and keep your fiction in print and selling a lifetime. It's all here from two veteran writers and editors who sell every word they write!
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Good intro to the writing and publishing of fiction. Excellent real world examples. Nice coverage of both traditional and self-publishing. Engaging style, very readable. I recommend this book. (I am not associated with either of the authors).
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direct response piece, book packager Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, Bruce Gehweiler, Lightning Source, Marietta Publishing, Stephen King, Star Wars, Bill Fawcett, Padwolf Publishing, Publishers Weekly, Cemetery Dance Magazine, New Mythos Legends, Ragged Bones New!
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