Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2007

by A & C Black Publishers

The bestselling guide to markets in all areas of the media, completely revised and updated, and this year in its 102nd edition.

New articles include:
Foreword by Kate Mosse
Notes from a successful mind, body and spirit author - William Bloom
Notes from a successful cross genre writer - Neil Gaiman
Notes from a passionate poet - Benjamin Zephaniah
Writing for soaps - Mary Cutler
Ebooks - Stephen Cole
Books published from blogs - Scott Pack

Contains information on a huge range of topics including copyright, finance, submitting a manuscript, e-publishing, prizes and awards.

Genres: Nonfiction, Writing, Reference

694 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1907

About the author

The publishing house of Adam and Charles Black was founded in 1807 when Adam Black opened his own bookshop shortly after his twenty-third birthday. Originally the company was based in Edinburgh where many booksellers were also publishers and all publishers were booksellers.

In June 1889 the company made the huge move from Scotland to London — taking up residence in 4,5,6 and 7 Soho Square, together known as the Soho Bazaar.
A&C Black is perhaps most famous for its publication of Who’s Who since 1897, although the backlist and continuing publication schedule proves the extensive and varied nature of the list. Encompassing books on sport, fitness and training; books on Visual Arts, glass, ceramics and printmaking; titles on all aspects of sailing and boating (Adlard Coles Nautical); books for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts (Christopher Helm) and of course a substantial reference list, A&C Black also publishes a wide range of children’s fiction and non-fiction books aimed to aid teachers and parents in the education of their children. A&C Black also incorporates Peter Collin Publishing, including subject dictionaries and language titles that are used by students, translators and professionals around the world.

Operating once more from Soho Square and now owned by Bloomsbury, A&C Black is as successful and forward-thinking as ever.

A&C Black is over 200 years old.

Reviews

[[ J o ] · Rating 4 out of 5]

Contains the names of agents, publishing houses and various invaluable contacts within the writing world. Good for any writer: whether you want to write novels, for television, films, plays and poetry.

Also contains advice from well-known authors (different each edition) and general advice in all areas of writing and getting your work out there. Very invaluable: if you want to be any kind of writer you NEED this.

[Jolene Modd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great for the start of a writing journey

[Lauren Salton · Rating 5 out of 5]

It has been very insightful and inspired me to carry on writing. This book covers every aspect of the journey to becoming a writer, and beyond. Daunting as it may be, this book breaks it all down into manageable chunks. It is full of great insight, and links to further reading should you too want to make the most of your writing.

[Dark-Draco · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoy revisiting the articles written in these books. Lots of useful advice from a wide variety of people already working in the industry. And with so many contacts included, it still keeps your hopes afloat, that someone out there will like what you are writing.

[D.]

Writer's and Artist's Yearbook 2007 (Writers' and Artists' Yearbook) by Ian Rankin (2007)

[Amanda Patterson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice to have in hard copy.
The internet is probably a better resource but it's comforting to hold.

[Andrea Smart · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a forthcoming author, I found this compilation of contacts very useful.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent, finally updated it without repetition

[Richard Cubitt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful and informative.

[Andrew Giles · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great piece of advise....

[Karen]

Looks like a great resource