Birthing A Book: Raising Your Book Right
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Seeking A Story Home
By Jessica Haight & Stephanie Robinson
— You’ve cultivated your story seed and delivered a book . The next phase in a writer's journey is the metamorphosis from manuscript to published work, and there are many paths to take as you step further into the literary forest.
If your decision is to turn toward traditional publishing, be sure you understand which side of the mushroom you’re eating.
Will you shrink or grow?
Brick & M ortar Binding
(PATH TO PUBLICATION: PART 1)
Tips to help find the right publisher for your work:
1. To really understand the publishing world, it’s essential to attend writers’ conferences, book fairs, and events. By networking with professionals in the industry, you’ll learn about the book buisiness and be inspired by people who have the same goals. The hardest part is going, but once you’re there, the scene is motivating. You’ll connect with agents and editors who will give you key tips on how to have your manuscript received and read by publishers.
Book events we found beneficial: Unicorn Writers’Conference CAPA Conference (CT Authors & Publishers Association)
Connecticut Children’s Book Fair
BEA (Book Expo America)
2. Your words are going to be sliced and diced by editors once a publisher acquires your manuscript, BUT that does not mean you should wait to edit and revise. When you’re ready to seek a home for your book, your manuscript should be clean and concise. Hiring an editor to review your work or joining a critique group prior to submission is recommended. Once you’re satisfied with your words, it’s time to develop an AMAZING query letter and find a literary agent. In traditional publishing, this step can’t be missed. It’s rare a publisher will pick up an author who isn’t represented by a reputable literary agency. Developing a good query letter is not an easy task, but it's a challenge that will help you grow as a writer. The most important thing to remember about writing a query letter is this— you’re trying to peak someone’s interest enough so that they want to read more of your words.
Seeking A Story Home
By Jessica Haight & Stephanie Robinson— You’ve cultivated your story seed and delivered a book . The next phase in a writer's journey is the metamorphosis from manuscript to published work, and there are many paths to take as you step further into the literary forest.
If your decision is to turn toward traditional publishing, be sure you understand which side of the mushroom you’re eating.
Will you shrink or grow?
Brick & M ortar Binding
(PATH TO PUBLICATION: PART 1)
Tips to help find the right publisher for your work:
1. To really understand the publishing world, it’s essential to attend writers’ conferences, book fairs, and events. By networking with professionals in the industry, you’ll learn about the book buisiness and be inspired by people who have the same goals. The hardest part is going, but once you’re there, the scene is motivating. You’ll connect with agents and editors who will give you key tips on how to have your manuscript received and read by publishers.
Book events we found beneficial: Unicorn Writers’Conference CAPA Conference (CT Authors & Publishers Association)
Connecticut Children’s Book Fair
BEA (Book Expo America)
2. Your words are going to be sliced and diced by editors once a publisher acquires your manuscript, BUT that does not mean you should wait to edit and revise. When you’re ready to seek a home for your book, your manuscript should be clean and concise. Hiring an editor to review your work or joining a critique group prior to submission is recommended. Once you’re satisfied with your words, it’s time to develop an AMAZING query letter and find a literary agent. In traditional publishing, this step can’t be missed. It’s rare a publisher will pick up an author who isn’t represented by a reputable literary agency. Developing a good query letter is not an easy task, but it's a challenge that will help you grow as a writer. The most important thing to remember about writing a query letter is this— you’re trying to peak someone’s interest enough so that they want to read more of your words.
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