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2004 Writer's Market (Writer's Market, 2004) [Paperback]

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Writer's Market is THE indispensable writer's reference. -- The Best Reviews

Writer's Market is the bible for scribes trying to get paid for their work in today's fast-paced, competitive market. -- The Tampa Tribune

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One guide for one goal: GETTING PUBLISHED!

2004 Writer's Market is the #1 tool for writers who want to get published. It's easy to see why. Inside you'll find detailed listings for more than 8,000 editors who buy what you write. Each entry includes crucial information for making contact in the most efficient, effective way, including mailing addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses, plus information on what each editor wants, how much they pay, and how often they buy.

You'll find thousands of completely updated listings (plus 1,100+ brand new publishing opportunities!) for book publishers, consumer magazines, script buyers, trade and professional journals, plus more then 300 agents! No other reference provides such complete AND current information.

It's a lot of material, but don't be intimidated. More is better - and easy-to-reference symbols and indexes help you target the entries you want fast.

You'll also find an invaluable selection of articles and interviews feared toward helping you master the writing life, including:
* How much should I charge? - 100% updated
* Janet Fitch and other writers share how they make time to write
* Nicholas Sparks discusses the importance of selling your self, not just your book
* Nine habints of frequently published authors
* New York Times best-selling author Debbie Macomber discusses how to know when you're ready for an agent

There's no better resource for writers serious about their work. If you're one of them, 2004 Writer's Market is the most important book you'll ever own.

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Paperback: 1120 pages
Publisher: Writers Digest Books; Revised edition (August 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1582971897
ISBN-13: 978-1582971896
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.9 x 2.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds

Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (21 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,002,564 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Writer's Bible Continues to Live up to Its Name, October 18, 2003

By	Meryl K. Evans "Content Maven behind meryl.net" (Plano, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: 2004 Writer's Market (Writer's Market, 2004) (Paperback)

The writer's bible dated 2004 A.D. has arrived! Most writers won't wonder what book I'm speaking of since it's THE BOOK.

The first 100 pages or so contain articles and advice while the rest is markets, markets, markets. These articles include agents, pricing, interviews, building a career, and queries. Writers have been complaining about one critical item that's missing from the 2003 edition. It's back. Yes, the "How much I should charge?" article is here to rescue writers (me included) who struggle with pricing. The article has seven pages worth of gold with going market rates sorted by categories. Scan these 100 pages as soon as the book arrives in your hands to put the advice to immediate use.

Copyright issues make me crazy. "The Business of Writing" defines terms relating to rights and provides a brief overview of selling subsidiary rights and contracts and agreements. It's a painless five to ten minutes read. Online markets have pounded writers with more confusion over rights and rates. "Strategies for Negotiating Electronic Rights and Rates," untangles the web.

If you own an older version of the book, this one is still worth the purchase. It has 1,100 new listings and contacts change often with people moving around within the industry and to new locations.

For those who have never seen or heard of this book, read the first article in the book, which takes you on a tour of what's in it and how to use it. The markets cover 300+ agents, book publishers, magazines, journals, scriptwriting, contests and awards, and resources making this a valuable paperweight or doorstopper. Inside of the front and back covers is a key to the symbols and abbreviation to help you make heads and tails of each entry.

Each listing comes with contact information, pay rates, statistics, tips on how to deal with the resource, and details on the publisher's needs. The agents sections provides terms, recent sales, representation type (subjects, fiction, etc.), and member agents.

We get too busy to read books. This is not a book you need to make time to read. When you come up with a brilliant article or manuscript, search the book for possible publishers to pursue. It's a heck of a lot faster than researching online or at the library.

This baby with over 1,000 pages pays for itself with one cheap article. Even if you find just one or two markets from the book, it's worth the investment.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable!, August 6, 2003

By	Javafanatic "javafanatic" (Wakefield, MA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 2004 Writer's Market (Writer's Market, 2004) (Paperback)

The 2004 edition of Writer's Market is as complete and wonderful as it is every year. The massive paperback is brimming with tips and information about the craft as well as the business of writing. It is complete with contact information for book publishers, agents, and magazines. It also has a section on contests and awards, and a nice glossary. It is a good value.

My one gripe is that the book has ads in it. I count three cardboard inserts advertising their magazine, their Web site, workshops, and their other books.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Resource for freelance writers wanting to sell their work, September 10, 2003

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I have to admit I was very disappointed last year when I bought the 2003 Writer's Market only to find that the article "How Much Should I Charge?" was missing. That is one of the big reasons why I buy the book every year. I tried to find the information elsewhere, but did not have much luck. So, I figured I would give the book one more chance, and I am glad that I did! The pay rates have been added back to the book and they have all been updated--there is even a list of organizations I can contact if I want more information about the pay rates and various jobs. This article alone made my purchase worth the money.

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