The author's handbook / Franklynn Peterson and Judi Kesselman-Turkel.

Author/creator Peterson, Franklynn
Other author Kesselman-Turkel, Judi.
Format Book
Edition2nd ed.
Publication InfoMadison : University of Wisconsin Press, ©2006.
Description220 pages ; 23 cm
Supplemental ContentContributor biographical information
Supplemental ContentPublisher description
Subjects

Contents A publishing primer -- Can your idea become a book? -- When, why and how to look for an agent -- How to approach a publisher with your book -- How to package a dynamite book proposal -- Book contracts -- Is self-publication for you? -- How to organize and do research -- How to collect first-hand information -- Three ways to write exciting nonfiction -- Five ways to write a first novel -- How to edit and prepare your final manuscript -- How and when to prepare illustrations -- What to expect from your editor (and when) -- How to help sell your own book -- The writer and the law -- Coping with the writer's life.
Local noteLittle-346562--305131051977%
General noteIncludes index.
LCCN 2005005465
ISBN0299214842 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9780299214845 (pbk. : alk. paper)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks PN147 .P465 2006 ✔ Available Place Hold