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Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors, and Literary Agents 2013: Who They Are! What They Want! How to Win Them Over! Paperback – May 14, 2013

by Jeff Herman (Author)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 38 ratings
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"I highly recommend Herman's Guide. It was the most helpful book I bought about how to get published."―Nicholas Sparks, New York Times bestselling author

More than 500,000 copies sold!

For over 20 years, Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors, and Literary Agents has been the most trusted guide to getting published. This must-have guide is an all-access pass from the industry's top agent, giving writers everything they need to know about how to get past the slush pile, get an agent, find the right publisher, and get their book in stores!

Now in its 23rd edition, Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors, and Literary Agents has been updated with invaluable tips from nearly two hundred of the most powerful literary agents, as well as information on eBooks and digital publishing, in a quick and accessible format.

Praise for Jeff Herman's Guide:

"I got my agent by using Jeff Herman's Guide."―Meg Cabot, New York Times bestselling author

"Nothing beats Jeff Herman's Guide."―Jack Canfield, coauthor, Chicken Soup for the Soul series

"Jeff Herman's Guide is everything you need to know for getting started." ― Cheryl Richardson, New York Times bestselling author

"Herman's Guide remains the Rosetta Stone of writerly success." ―James Broderick, Ph.D., BookPleasures.com

"I echo the sentiments of others who state that Herman's Guide is like a Bible for writers." – Sharon Oliver, published author

"Jeff Herman has done a service to every writer who wants to make a living in this business. Every author should have a copy on their shelf." ― Chip MacGregor, literary agent

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    1024 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Sourcebooks
  4. Publication date
    May 14, 2013
  5. Dimensions
    7.25 x 1.75 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1402271999
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1402271991
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Jeff Herman is one of the world's most successful literary agents, having represented such bestselling authors as Ken Fisher, Jack Canfield, and Mark Victor Hansen. He has personally brought hundreds of writers into publication and helped launch thousands of careers. A frequent speaker at conferences and seminars, he lives in Stockbridge, MA.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sourcebooks; 23rd edition (May 14, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 1024 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1402271999
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1402271991
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.5 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.25 x 1.75 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 38 ratings

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4.4 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the book very helpful, informative, and one of the most all-encompassing guides on the publishing process. They say it should save them a lot of time with great step-by-step instructions.

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Customers find the book very helpful, informative, and one of the most all-encompassing guides on the seemingly bewildering world of publishing. They say the chapters of essays are accessible and informative. Readers also mention the book is a wonderful tool for building a spreadsheet of agents for querying.

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George Banas
5.0 out of 5 stars Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors, and Literary Agents 2013
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2013
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I believe that this product is one of the more current and comprehensive books of its kind. It was recommended by a friend who knew about my interest in moving into a new phase of obtaining recognition for my book. So, I bought it as a worthwhile addition to my resources in the publishing field. I received everything I wanted from this reference book.
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Captain
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth it.
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2013
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Thorough and inlaid with little equivocation, Jeff Herman's guide must be considered one of the most all encompassing guides on the seemingly bewildering world of pursuing publication. There's a lot to get through in this book, but the chapters of essays were accessible and informative.
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Matt - Chicago, IL
4.0 out of 5 stars Great information for writers
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2013
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Lots of great step by step instruction, including for how to submit your material to specific agents and publishers, as well as industry norms and standards. Was looking for more of a directory or reference style material, this read more as a guide, but still very helpful
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Kenneth Kehl
5.0 out of 5 stars A Book on Wise writing and Marketing
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2014
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Very helpful in understanding the writing industry and how to enter it. After writing 4 books I realize I should have had the book before the first book. Will pass it on to others who are starting writers.
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Bob Kehl
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onglee
3.0 out of 5 stars Arrived on time and in good order.
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2014
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Covers a lot of publishers as a reference or start book to get to know the field . . . at least it indicates who one might contact as a start to getting a book published (hardcopy or ebook). Arrived on time and in good order.
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Daniel Dwyer
5.0 out of 5 stars Wish I had this Book a Year Ago
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2013
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I have other directories, but this one is so tangible. It gives you a good feel for each agent's likes and dislikes and their relationships with publishers. Now I can search for agents whose market and contacts are looking for the kind of books I'm writing. It should save me a lot of time, but hopefully, put me in touch with someone who is looking for my book.
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Donna
5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely Helpful
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2013
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Loaded with helpful information about agents and what they're looking for and not interested in. Just what I needed as I search for an agent and publisher.
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Teresa
4.0 out of 5 stars Way to keep my head above water
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2013
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This book organizes all the information I need to send out my manuscript. My only suggestion, oh how I wish, would be to add a "publish immediately" coupon to send to publishers. When I figure out how to make a book get published just by thought-osmosis, I'll write my own.
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