Do The Write Thing: Seven Steps to Publishing Success (Hardcover)

~ (Author), (Author)

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.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Product Description

"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.

See all Editorial Reviews

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 (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,221,728 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

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

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

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

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

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.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Do The Write Thing, November 2, 2001

By	"sydnye" (Washington, DC United States) - See all my reviews

As an aspiring novelist, I found this book to be an eye-opener. Whether or not I decide to self-publish, the inside information has helped me perpare for the process. Alexander's mix of humor and straightforwardness make this an educational and fun read. The example used throughout of a person publishing his book was particularly interesting and, the additional reading lists and worksheets were particularly helpful. Alexander addresses more than just publishing but also touches on writing, editing and marketing so the reader can understand the entire process. It's a must read for beginning self-publishers and writers.