The Complete Idiot's Guide to Getting Your Romance Published

by Julie Beard

If you are an aspiring writer, The Complete Idiot's Guide To Getting Your Romance Published, written by a successful romance novelist, will teach you everything you need to know about this popular, highly successful genre. Including everything from plotting to characterization to approaching agents and editors, the book gives you a head start toward publishing your own novels.

Genres: Nonfiction, Writing, Reference

380 pages, Paperback

First published January 21, 2000

About the author

Julie Beard is a former journalist who brings her reporting skills to her award-winning, bestselling novels. Imagine investigating weapons of the Middle Ages, or the importance of reputations in the Victorian era, as she did when writing Midnight Angel (Berkley Sensation, December 2003). Julie has been hailed for her ability to magically recreate the distant past. Now she's busy "world building" in the future.

Julie was one of the launch authors for the Silhouette Bombshell series, a new line of romantic action/adventure novels. She debuted with Kiss of the Blue Dragon (August 2004) featuring 28-year-old Angel Baker, a certified retribution specialist who strives to see justice done in the year 2104. The sequel, Touch of the White Tiger, will be a September 2005 release.

Julie was a reporter and a news writer before turning her writing skills to more creative venues. She worked as the night beat for KSDK-TV, covering everything from murders to visiting politicians to hometown parades. As a news writer at the Fox affiliate in Chicago, she wrote copy for the legendary news anchor Walter Jacobson and Robin Robinson.

Julie also has given dozens of workshops and lectures around the country at community colleges, bookstores and writers conferences. She's conducted seminars and written articles about editing, writing, promotions and journalism. She wrote the popular "how-to" book, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Getting Your Romance Published. This comprehensive nonfiction title offers advice on everything from plotting and editing a novel to finding an agent and publisher.

Julie graduated from Northwestern University's prestigious Medill School of Journalism with a master of science degree in journalism. She graduated with a B.F.A. in theatre arts from Stephens College. She lives with her husband, two children and two incorrigible basenjis in the Midwest.

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Reviews

[katie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn't learn an awful lot, but it was inspiring!

[Cindy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting and well written. However, the copy I read (from the local library) was outdated, so the information was not current.

[Andrea · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked the way this book was laid out in easy to understand chapters. The information is really good and very helpful for those who are perusing a writing career or just embracing their passion for writing.

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

"The Complete Idiot's Guide To Getting Your Romance Published" is a comprehensive guide written by a successful romance novelist, specifically designed for aspiring writers in the romance genre. This book provides valuable insights and guidance on various aspects of writing romance novels, covering topics such as plotting, characterization, and the process of approaching agents and editors. With its practical advice and expert tips, this guide equips writers with the necessary tools and knowledge to increase their chances of success in the competitive world of romance publishing. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced writer, this book offers a head start in your journey towards publishing your own romance novels.

[Judith Ann Kohnen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Organized, easy to read, plenty of input from published authors, including everything from plotting to characterization to approaching agents and editors. All about writing and publishing and promoting your romance with all kinds of tidbits about the romance business. Helpful.