Breaking Into Fiction Writing!
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| Rating | : | 4.63 (634 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1892669366 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 204 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-07-25 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"The Hunt for the Red October"--the book that made Tom Clancy a mega star--was rejected by over 30 publishers. Sell your writing over and over again to multiple publishers and keep your fiction in print and selling a lifetime. Trying to sell anything new, different personal or original has always been tough. About writing groups, contests, query letters, and pitching books. "Dune"--considered the greatest science fiction novel of all time--was turned down by every single NYC publisher until it was finally accepted by a small press. Tips to increase your productivity as your popularity grows. "Breaking Into Fiction Writing!" gives you the knowledge you need to become a brand name author. You need to learn: An organized system of creating great fiction. The ins and outs of literary agents, signing contracts, copyright laws, subsidiary rights, and licensing to film studios and gaming companies. The sad truth is,
C.J. Henderson has written for numerous magazines and newspapers, and is the author of The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction Movies for Facts On File and Checkmark Books. He lives in Brooklyn, NY.
Rhetta Akamatsu said An excellent writing resource, not just for fiction writers. Breaking Into Fiction Writing! is an excellent resource for any writer in any field, not just fiction writers. It takes a extremely down-to-earth approach to the writing business, never sugarcoating the facts or making any of this look easy. But for those who really want to get their work into print and into the hands of readers, this book covers covers every aspect of the process. Among the essential information shared here are:How to write like a professionalA look at the par. Good Overview, excellent pointers. Good intro to the writing and publishing of fiction. Excellent real world examples. Nice coverage of both traditional and self-publishing. Engaging style, very readable. I recommend this book. (I am not associated with either of the authors).
Bruce Gehweiler is the mastermind behind Marietta Publishing! --Allen Koszowski, Editor of Inhuman magazineThis book is excellent for any new writer. A must read! --Danielle Ackley-McPhail, Editor of Bad-Ass FaeriesThe real world of the book business takes knowledge to succeed in and this book will give you the know-how to succeed! --Vince Sneed, Publisher Die Monster Die! Press