by A & C Black Publishers Ltd (Author), Jo Herbert (Editor)
The bestselling guide to markets in all areas of the media, completely revised and updated, and this year in its 103rd edition. With a foreword by Julie Myerson and Notes from Richard and Judy. With new articles on the latest publishing trends: * US Google settlement - Mark Le Fanu, Society of Authors * Print on Demand: keeping books alive - David Taylor, Lightning Source * How to write a synopsis - Rebecca Swift, The Literary Consultancy * How literary agencies work: small can be beautiful - Catherine Clarke, Felicity Bryan Agency * Marketing yourself online: make some noise! - Mathew Riley, Lateral * Writing features for newspapers and magazines - Merope Mills, Guardian Weekend * Creative writing courses - Alison Baverstock, Kingston University Contains information on a huge range of topics including copyright, finance, submitting a manuscript, e-publishing, prizes and awards. 'Essential reading ...the A-Z of how to survive in publishing' - Kate Mosse 'Even established writers can feel as though they're climbing a mountain. Think of the Writers' & Artists' Yearbook as your sherpa' - Ian Rankin 'Full of useful stuff. It answered my every question' - JK Rowling
Format: Paperback
Pages: 832
Edition: 2010 ed.
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 30 Jun 2009
ISBN 10: 1408111276
ISBN 13: 9781408111277
Book Overview: Foreword by a famous author Consistently in The Bookseller Top 10 listings - strong sales all year round Comprehensive up-to-date listings of all media markets - more than just a directory - includes practical advice and information More information and wider market than its nearest competitor; includes markets for artists and illustrators