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If you do your homework, follow guidelines, and present yourself well, according to Moira Anderson Allen in The Writer's Guide to Queries, Pitches, & Proposals, you may be on your way from writer to published writer. Or maybe not. "There's always more good writing than there are markets for that writing," says Allen, so you have to "intrigue the editor." Allen and her contributors divulge secrets to effective queries, proposals, and synopses. They have advice on becoming a syndicated columnist, securing an agent, landing speaking and teaching engagements, and doing business writing. They weigh the advantages and disadvantages of alternatives to mainstream publishing (e-publishing, subsidy publishing, and self-publishing), and of online display sites, where editors and agents (after they get through the mass of paper on their desks and still want to read more) can check out writers' work. Great information--especially the many hints on what not to do. --Jane Steinberg
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Even though there are thousands of howtobeawriter books already in print, there always seems to be a new way to tackle this familiar subject. Allen, an established writer, editor, and publisher, takes a handson approach to a very specific aspect of the topic, telling (and, through examples, showing) wouldbe authors how to get out of the starting blocks by crafting solid queries, pitches, and proposals. She also addresses such related questions as finding an agent, preparing a story synopsis, and using the Internet as a research tool. In addition to its specific focus, what sets this book apart from its numerous competitors is Allen's stance on breaking the rules: in a word, don't. Unlike many howto books, which tell budding writers it's OK to get creative with a proposal, this one tells it like it is: if you break the basic rules, you substantially reduce your chances of making a sale. This doittherightway point of view is refreshing and entirely proper. An excellent reference book that's sure to find an eager audience. David Pitt
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If you do your homework, follow guidelines, and present yourself well, according to Moira Anderson Allen in The Writer's Guide to Queries, Pitches, & Proposals, you may be on your way from writer to published writer. Or maybe not. "There's always more good writing than there are markets for that writing," says Allen, so you have to "intrigue the editor." Allen and her contributors divulge secrets to effective queries, proposals, and synopses. They have advice on becoming a syndicated columnist, securing an agent, landing speaking and teaching engagements, and doing business writing. They weigh the advantages and disadvantages of alternatives to mainstream publishing (e-publishing, subsidy publishing, and self-publishing), and of online display sites, where editors and agents (after they get through the mass of paper on their desks and still want to read more) can check out writers' work. Great information--especially the many hints on what not to do. --Jane Steinberg
From Booklist
Even though there are thousands of howtobeawriter books already in print, there always seems to be a new way to tackle this familiar subject. Allen, an established writer, editor, and publisher, takes a handson approach to a very specific aspect of the topic, telling (and, through examples, showing) wouldbe authors how to get out of the starting blocks by crafting solid queries, pitches, and proposals. She also addresses such related questions as finding an agent, preparing a story synopsis, and using the Internet as a research tool. In addition to its specific focus, what sets this book apart from its numerous competitors is Allen's stance on breaking the rules: in a word, don't. Unlike many howto books, which tell budding writers it's OK to get creative with a proposal, this one tells it like it is: if you break the basic rules, you substantially reduce your chances of making a sale. This doittherightway point of view is refreshing and entirely proper. An excellent reference book that's sure to find an eager audience. David Pitt
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved
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New York, Moira Allen, Writer's Market, United States, Alternative Pet Therapies That Work, Rafe Hollister, United Kingdom, Amy Shojai, Matt Weston, Writer's Showplace, Amy Chavez, Lynn Flewelling, Mary Rose, Sharon Ihle, Writer's Digest Books, Allworth Press, Dog Fancy, Year Book, Arizona Territory, David Astor, Miss Maggie, Piers Anthony, Rodale Press, Simply Unforgettable Spring Flowers, Writer Beware New!
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