Prof. Jane Friedman – How to Publish Your Book
The Great Courses – How to Publish Your Book
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How to Publish Your Book
Written by: The Great Courses
Narrated by: Professor Jane Friedman
Length: 11 hrs and 33 mins
Release Date: 10-23-15
Publisher: The Great Courses
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| Table of Contents LECTURE 1 – Today’s Book Publishing Landscape LECTURE 2 – Defining Your Fiction Genre LECTURE 3 – Categorizing Your Nonfiction Book LECTURE 4 – Researching Writers’ Markets LECTURE 5 – What to Expect from a Literary Agent LECTURE 6 – Writing Your Query Letter LECTURE 7 – Writing Your Novel or Memoir Synopsis LECTURE 8 – The Importance of Author Platform LECTURE 9 – Researching and Planning Your Book Proposal LECTURE 10 – Writing an Effective Book Proposal LECTURE 11 – Submissions and Publishing Etiquette LECTURE 12 – Networking: From Writers’ Conferences to Courses LECTURE 13 – Pitching Your Book LECTURE 14 – Avoiding Common Manusc LECTURE 15 – Hiring a Professional Editor LECTURE 16 – How Writers Handle Rejection LECTURE 17 – Overcoming Obstacles to Writing LECTURE 18 – The Book Publishing Contract LECTURE 19 – Working Effectively with Your Publisher LECTURE 20 – Becoming a Bestselling Author LECTURE 21 – Career Marketing Strategies for Writers LECTURE 22 – The Self-Publishing Path: When and How LECTURE 23 – Principles of Self-Publishing Success LECTURE 24 – Beyond the Book: Sharing Ideas in the Digital Age Online Resources for Writers |
With the advent of submission conveniences offered by the Internet, today’s authors face unprecedented competition in the writing market. Adding to that the publishing market is in a constant state of flux, making publishers wary about taking on new authors. Further, a plethora of options for publication make navigating the increasingly complex publishing industry harder than ever. So, how does an aspiring author get published?
Learning the ropes, understanding how publishing works, and having someone who can help you navigate this convoluted system will make all the difference between a manusc
The reality is that there is no magic formula that will guarantee publication. There are, however, numerous things that you can do to improve your chances and streamline your path to success. Get extensive insights into the publishing process that will help you avoid the most common mistakes and pitfalls that many authors encounter. This course lays out your best options for publication and leads you step by step toward achieving your goals.
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