The Author's Handbook - Softcover
Guidance on the writing and publishing of fiction and nonfiction books includes discussions of literary agents, the preparation of the manuscript, book contracts, and obtaining publicity
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About the Author:
Franklynn Peterson and Judi Kesselman-Turkel currently publish the newsletter CPA Computer Report. They have published more than twenty books including The Magazine Writer’s Handbook andthe Study Smartseries, also published by the University of Wisconsin Press. They are long-standing members of the Authors Guild and the American Society of Journalists and Authors, of which Peterson serves as treasurer. They live in Madison, Wisconsin.
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“For all authors—both published and not-yet-published—The Author’s Handbook offers invaluable practical tips, clear-sighted advice, and knowledgeable encouragement from two professionals who have seen just about every side of the publishing business and know it inside out. Follow these tips and you can’t go wrong. The Author’s Handbook is like having a Guru to guide you on the path of success.”—Margaret George, author of historical novels including Mary Called Magdalene
“Crammed with information and illustrations of principles the authors themselves have used successfully, the book is not only instructive and informative; it’s entertaining, too.”—Authorship, publication of the National Writers Club
“Crammed with information and illustrations of principles the authors themselves have used successfully, the book is not only instructive and informative; it’s entertaining, too.”—Authorship, publication of the National Writers Club
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- PublisherGamut Pr
- Publication date1987
- ISBN 10 0396091520
- ISBN 13 9780396091523
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number2
- Number of pages257
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