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The Portable Writer's Conference: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Published

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As a full-time freelance writer, former editor, and former publisher, I haven't gotten this excited about a new writing book in a long time. This isn't just another tired overview of the same articles on the same topics; this book is packed with in-depth information on every aspect of the writing business. It paid for itself immdiately in providing me with valuable references and information that helped me with a current project; it should be on every writer's bookshelf

This hefty volume chock full of gold! There are tons of articles written by accomplished/published writers -- these are not so much articles of their own experiences, as they are sort of "how to" type articles that are very helpful to the reader. Topping all that off there is a section called "Writer's Resources" which includes questions to ask literary agents, standard manuscript format, proofreader's marks, royalties and advances, average book print runs, sample magazine writer's guidelines, sample book publisher's writer's guidelines, magazines and newsletters of interest to writers, and the list goes on and on. Having recently attended a writer's conference, I can see that this book would indeed be helpful to people who have never been to one as well as people who have. This book is a font of helpful information & insightful articles -- truly a pot of gold! Buy one, you'll be glad you did!

I looked through this book and sent it back. Nothing new, just the usual info so while it might help if you're just starting out, there are lots of similar books out there - the title's a little misleading, it doesn't really take the place of attending a writer's conference.

The Portable Writers' Conference is an unusual book. An anthology on writing, it is like going to a writers' conference-without leaving home. And it is a great conference because each of the contributed pieces is by one of the best in the business. Fascinating, educational and fun. DanPoynter@ParaPublishing.com, author of Writing Nonfiction: Turning Thoughts into Books.

I discovered this treasure at my local library.
I knew I had to buy it. Each essay
is full of valuable information and
inspiration. Whether you are a professional
writer or hope to be someday, this book will motivate
and challenge you to Just Do It!!
Thanks and kudos to Mr. Mettee and
all the contributing authors!