Everything You Need to Know to Write, Publish and Market Your Book [Paperback]

Patrika Vaughn (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 1997

See your writing in print! Discover how to succeed by combining solid writing and marketing techniques. In easy how-to-do-it steps, learn to: Write what people want to read. Get published quickly and easily in today's changing market. Make money and generate more income than you can imagine by learning the secrets with low-cost promotion and proven money-making spin-offs.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Good books begin with good writing. Good writing begins with Write, Publish & Market Your Book. Get yours now." ~ -- Dan Poynter, author of Is There a Book Inside You and The Self-Publishing Manual..

Patrika Vaughn has been a literary agent, professional writer, ghostwriter and teacher for 25 years. A self-taught writer, she's also a self-taught publisher and published this book herself. She has some innovative approaches, such as a writer's contract with himself to write a definite number of minutes or hours every day. The three parts of this book are Preparing to Write, The Mechanics of Writing and The Final Steps (including editing your work, marketing, submissions, self-publishing.) This all adds up to a tremendous amount of knowledge to cover in a single book, but Patrika Vaughn does very well. -- Travelwriter Marketletter, July 1997

Plenty of how-to titles cover the basics of writing, marketing and the publishing industry: this differs from competitors in its equal attention to all three topics and how they interrelate to spell success of failure. Former literary agent and professional ghostwriter Vaughn, herself a successfully published author, explores the many facets which influence acceptance, using lessons and case history examples throughout. -- Midwest Book Review

Taken as directed, this book is a cure for writer's block. And the medicine is tasty and refreshing, too. -- Dr. Robert Vossburg, author & Life Fellow, American Psychiatric Association.

Throw everything else away! Pat Vaughn's Write, Publish & Market Your Book is the only book you'll ever need. -- Rita Conway, author and C.E.O., Sandpiper Publishers, Inc.

About the Author

Patrika Vaughn is uniquely qualified to write this book. She has served as a literary agent, professional writer, ghostwriter, and teacher of creative writing for more than 20 years. Her works have appeared in more than 100 national publications and she is listed in The International Authors and Writer's Who's Who. She is also a Marketing and Public Relations Consultant serving business, industry, non-profit corporations and individual authors. She now combines those skills, as the world's leading Author's Advocate, to help you succeed as a published author.

Product Details

• Paperback: 194 pages
• Publisher: A Cappela Pub; 1st edition (June 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0965630919
• ISBN-13: 978-0965630917
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,368,602 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I'm known as the world's foremost Author's Advocate. What that means is that I work with authors, from concept through successful publication and marketing of their works. So if you have an idea for a book but don't know how to begin or if there's a market for it, get in touch. If you have a first draft and simply need an editor or a publisher, get in touch. Wherever you are, I can save you time and money and help you achieve your goals.
I've served as a literary agent, professional writer, ghostwriter, and teacher of creative writing for more than 20 years. My works have appeared in more than 100 national publications and I'm listed in The International Authors and Writer's Who's Who.

Customer Reviews

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great overview of the whole spectrum of book writing, April 9, 2004

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Harold McFarland (Florida) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Everything You Need to Know to Write, Publish and Market Your Book (Paperback)

If you have the urge to write but are unsure of your ability, direction, or just don't think you know enough about the industry then take heart. Patrika Vaughn's book "Everything You Need to Know to Write, Publish & Market Your Book" has everything you need to get started. Many books are available in the writing genre but this one has a few things that set it apart. The first thing I noticed is that she really starts at the beginning. The first chapter starts with examining why you want to write and how this colors your writing. It also examines what to do once you know what you want to write, and methods to keep yourself motivated.

One of the better sections is a short chapter that deals with how to cure writing fears. Everyone who writes has them at times but not everyone knows how to get around them. Patrika Vaughn obviously does. Other exceptional chapters include ones on writing an effective beginning, developing the action, and developing characters. Poor character development is one of the leading causes of novels that can't keep a reader's interest. When it comes to hooking the reader and then keeping them interested in the characters and plot this book teaches all the basics.

The last part of the book covers how to approach the market, how to submit your presentation, and even self-publishing. The sections on approaching the market and presenting your book or proposal are both excellent. "Everything You Need to Know to Write, Publish & Market Your Book" is a recommended read for anyone who wants a top quality overview of the writing, publishing, and marketing business. It is very evident from the writing style and information that Patrika Vaughn knows exactly what she is talking about. If you are looking for help with a specific area of writing such as plot design there are better books that focus just on that area. However, if you want a strong overview and a clear understanding of what is needed to become a writer and how to go about it, you can't go wrong with this book.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST I'VE FOUND, April 16, 2004

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jon (Clearwater, FL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Everything You Need to Know to Write, Publish and Market Your Book (Paperback)

I've read a lot of books on how to write & get published. This one told me more, and said it in language I could easily understand. It gets my vote as the best book on these subjects.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Valuable Resource and Worthwhile Investment for Writers., October 7, 2010

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C.J. GOOD (wellness practitioner) "Author of ... (Chicago, Illinois) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Everything You Need to Know to Write, Publish and Market Your Book (Paperback)

A valuable resource for those considering the idea of: writing and publishing a book. "Everything You Need to Know to Write, Publish and Market Your Book" is very easy to understand; will save you lots of valuable time, and will navigate you away from costly mistakes. Patrika Vaughn is an accomplished writer and publisher, and a respected leader in the industry. Patrika's advice provides readers with the fundamental tools necessary from which to build a viable writing, publishing and marketing profession. She is extremely generous with sharing the secrets of her success. Her book provides current information and walks you through every step in the process. If you have questions about writing, publishing and marketing a book, Patrika Vaughn knows the answers. She provides ample knowledge about how to cultivate the image and talent an author strives for. Vaughn's book is sprinkled with many nuggets of helpful information. This edition is a worthwhile investment that you will not regret.

C.J. Good, Author