Many writers overlook the business side of writing. Inspiration and creativity are the writer's starting point, but it takes business acumen and a professional attitude to do well in the race to bestsellerdom. In this book, the author offers detailed and helpful advice to all would-be professionals based on his own writing experience and is supported by contributions from other writers, agents and publishers. Wells considers: making the most of time and space; selling yourself and your work; how to present your work; ...
Read More
Many writers overlook the business side of writing. Inspiration and creativity are the writer's starting point, but it takes business acumen and a professional attitude to do well in the race to bestsellerdom. In this book, the author offers detailed and helpful advice to all would-be professionals based on his own writing experience and is supported by contributions from other writers, agents and publishers. Wells considers: making the most of time and space; selling yourself and your work; how to present your work; publishers agreements and copyright; the tools of the trade; making contact with your buyers; keeping records and accounts; and other sources of potential income. A comprehensive glossary of writers' business terms and list of organisations useful to writers are also included.
Read Less
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Fine. Fine in Fine jacket 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. pp.133 with index. Detailed advice to all would be professionals. This book won't make you a better writer must a more business like one. clean tight unread copy.