The Portable Writer's Conference: Your Guide to Getting Published
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| Rating | : | 4.82 (848 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1884956572 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 426 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
More than 45 agent, editor, and author-written chapters--called workshops in the book--provide instruction on the writing craft and the business of getting published.
Take action on its advice, and achieve your publishing goals today."" --BellaOnline. Pick up this book. ""A compilation of expert advice you can have at your finger tips
Lives up to its title Yes, there are a lot of good books on writing, but many fall short of really helping you move ahead. This book, while not quite like a conference experience, takes you past all the doubts, and "How do I do this?" to a path toward success. I'm biased, but particularly pleased to see the publishing process explained in a way that encourages people to follow their path.Helen Gallagher, Release Your Writing: Book Publishing, Your Way. A Must Read If You Want to Get Published Today Bluedolphin Crow What's better than going to the next big writer's conference? Having 45 Editors, Agents, and Authors personally answer your questions about getting published. Wouldn't that be amazing? I have a wonderful surprise for you. The Portable Writer's Conference - Your Guide to Getting Published by Stephen Blake Mettee is just that. A compilation of expert advice you can have at your finger tips.For me there is nothing better than inside information when you want to learn about an industry's needs and wants and how to provide those things to them. I was able to learn how to write nonfiction using fiction. Midwest Book Review said The Portable Writer's Conference lives up to its title as a confluence of hard-earned wisdom. Now in a newly updated edition, The Portable Writer's Conference: Your Guide to Getting Published is a compilation of wisdom from over forty-five editors, agents, and authors, presented to writers from all walks of life seeking publication. From developing a concept pitch to hear an agent say yes, to crafting a professional-quality feature article for a newspaper or magazine, to tips and tricks for running a successful home-based writing business, crafting nonfiction or self-help books, what every author must know about copyright, and much more, The Portable Writer's Conference is a wisdom-laden