How to Publish Your Nonfiction Book: A Complete Guide to Making the Right Publisher Say Yes

While many writers dream of seeing their books in print, most don’t succeed simply because they don’t know the ropes. Written by a publisher with over three decades of experience, How to Publish Your Nonfiction Book was designed to maximize your chance of getting your nonfiction work published.

The book begins by helping you define your book’s category, audience, and marketplace. You are then guided in choosing the most appropriate publishing companies for your work, crafting a winning proposal, and submitting your package in the best way possible. Special sections allow you to be a savvy player in the contract game, and fill you in on options such as self-publishing. Most important, this book helps you avoid the errors that often prevent writers from reaching their goal. Here is a proven system for taking your work from the desk drawer to the bookstore.

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How to Publish Your Nonfiction Book: A Complete Guide to Making the Right Publisher Say Yes

While many writers dream of seeing their books in print, most don’t succeed simply because they don’t know the ropes. Written by a publisher with over three decades of experience, How to Publish Your Nonfiction Book was designed to maximize your chance of getting your nonfiction work published.

The book begins by helping you define your book’s category, audience, and marketplace. You are then guided in choosing the most appropriate publishing companies for your work, crafting a winning proposal, and submitting your package in the best way possible. Special sections allow you to be a savvy player in the contract game, and fill you in on options such as self-publishing. Most important, this book helps you avoid the errors that often prevent writers from reaching their goal. Here is a proven system for taking your work from the desk drawer to the bookstore.

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How to Publish Your Nonfiction Book: A Complete Guide to Making the Right Publisher Say Yes

How to Publish Your Nonfiction Book: A Complete Guide to Making the Right Publisher Say Yes

by Rudy Shur
How to Publish Your Nonfiction Book: A Complete Guide to Making the Right Publisher Say Yes

How to Publish Your Nonfiction Book: A Complete Guide to Making the Right Publisher Say Yes

by Rudy Shur

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Overview

While many writers dream of seeing their books in print, most don’t succeed simply because they don’t know the ropes. Written by a publisher with over three decades of experience, How to Publish Your Nonfiction Book was designed to maximize your chance of getting your nonfiction work published.

The book begins by helping you define your book’s category, audience, and marketplace. You are then guided in choosing the most appropriate publishing companies for your work, crafting a winning proposal, and submitting your package in the best way possible. Special sections allow you to be a savvy player in the contract game, and fill you in on options such as self-publishing. Most important, this book helps you avoid the errors that often prevent writers from reaching their goal. Here is a proven system for taking your work from the desk drawer to the bookstore.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780757050008
Publisher: Square One Publishers
Publication date: 07/10/2012
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
File size: 726 KB

About the Author

Rudy Shur began his publishing career working for Charles E. Merrill Publishing Company and later William C. Brown Publishing Company. In 1976, he co-founded Avery Publishing Group, where he was responsible for the acquisition of over 1,000 nonfiction titles, many of which became bestsellers. Mr. Shur has lectured extensively on the topic of nonfiction publishing at numerous universities and colleges throughout the country. Currently, Mr. Shur heads the editorial program of Square One Publishers in Garden City Park, New York.

Table of Contents

Contents
Acknowledgments
1. An Introduction
2. Where Does Your Book Fit In?
3. The Business of Publishing
4. Choosing the Right Publisher
5. Preparing the Package
6. Using the Square One System
7. The Deal
8. When It Doesn’t Happen
Conclusion
Glossary
Resource List
Index

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Packed full of useful information for any writer/publisher. . . if they want to have a chance in today’s competitive publishing world.--Jan Nathan, Executive Director Publishers Marketing Association

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