Writers' and Artists' Yearbook 2010

Writers' and Artists' Yearbook 2010

by A & C Black Publishers Ltd (Author), Jo Herbert (Editor)

Synopsis

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

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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

Media Reviews
'A comprehensive, up to date directory of contacts and a wealth of information for writers and artists.' The Bookseller 'with the Writers' and Artists' Yearkbook providing sturdy, reliable information' Venue (September 2009) 'All you need to become a freelance writer is talent, an ego the size of a blue whale, GBP14.99 and a copy of this book.' Writing Magazine (December 2009) '...full of advice.' Daily Mirror (November 2009) 'The bestselling guide to markets in all areas of the media, completely revised and updated, is published for the 103rd consecutive year in 2010. It is now jam-packed with over 5,000 entries.' Bubblecow.co.uk/blog/ (September 2009) 'Huge amounts of information invaluable to the aspiring writer, including lists of fiction publishers and publishing agents, and advice on how to submit a manuscript.' Suite101.com (April 2010)