Do The Write Thing: Seven Steps to Publishing Success [Hardcover]

Nina Foxx (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 30, 2001

Do The Write Thing Seven Steps to Publishing Success provides a definitive point-by-point instruction manual for getting into print whether you want to publish a family memoir, the next great American novel, or simply learn the ins-and-outs of the self-publishing world. Detailed worksheets provide a guide through the process so thorough, it is almost as if the authors are holding your hand.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

For writers determined to publish their own work, Kwame Alexander, with the help of Nina Foxx, offers Do the Write Thing: 7 Steps to Publishing Success. Alexander, a writer, publishing consultant and founder of the independent press BlackWords, advises readers in a friendly and practical manner on everything from writing and editing your manuscript, starting a publishing company and printing your book to marketing, sales and author tours. Besides furnishing a lexicon of publishing terms, a list of helpful reading materials, inspirational and cautionary anecdotes and savvy regarding hiring editors of all sorts, Alexander endows writers with the confidence they need to self-publish.

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From the Publisher

This book is a must have for anyone publishing their work. Mr. Alexander candidly describes both the ups and downs of the publishing process, and leads his reader from the formation of their basic idea through getting their book on the shelves, leaving them with a thorough understanding of the process. It includes informative references and helpful websites of interest.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Manisy WIllows Books (September 30, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0967895960
• ISBN-13: 978-0967895963
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,416,323 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DID the write thing!, January 4, 2002

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Glenn Alan (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Do The Write Thing: Seven Steps to Publishing Success (Hardcover)

Are there any more STARS? Five is not enough for Nina & Kwame's latest endeavor! This passionate step-by step guide through the sometimes-dangerous jungles of publishing is like your mother taking you by the hand and teaching you to look both ways before crossing the street. Much respect to Kwame, for once again lending us, yet another side of his talented range.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Can I Get an Amen?, November 16, 2001

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Monda Webb (Silver Spring, MD) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Do The Write Thing: Seven Steps to Publishing Success (Hardcover)

Kwame Alexander's latest book, Do the Write Thing, is a godsend. Write Thing is to the point, concise and chock full of incredible information that would take the average person several months to research. This book can save you time and money, which speaks directly to the hearts and wallets of the average American.

I found the web site references and glossary quite useful. It's also good to know that Kwame isn't speaking from pure research, but from experience, which gives the reader the feeling that they can self-publish, too.

Remember that commercial from Life Cereal with Mikey? Remember the slogan? Try it you'll like it? In the same vein, buy and try Mr. Alexander's book, you'll like it. It's all for you.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Especially designed for the aspiring author, May 10, 2002

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Do The Write Thing: Seven Steps to Publishing Success (Hardcover)

Do The Write Thing: 7 Steps To Publishing Success by Kwame Alexander and Nina Foxx is a solid, "user friendly" guide to the process of writing, editing, publishing, printing, marketing, and selling a self-published or small press title, whether it's poetry, nonfiction, or the next Great American Novel. Written in an accessible language easily understandable by readers of all backgrounds and experience levels in the writing and publishing domain, Do The Write Thing is a first-rate primer and soundly recommended to everyone with serious thoughts about presenting their book to the world! Especially designed for the aspiring author seeking publication for their work, Do The Write Thing is an useful and welcome addition to personal and professional reference collections on writing and publishing.