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Archive for 9. December 2009
The Sell Your Novel Tool Kit
9. December 2009 by Gore Wehner.
Author bio: can be found at www.elizabethlyon.com
Year of Publication: 1997 Perigee
Still relevant?: yes
Topics covered: The ways people can get their novel into the hands of agents and publishers. How to discover what genre you write in. How to write a synopsis. In depth look at synopses, including ones written by authors such as Rainer Rey and Patricia Jean Hyatt. How to write a query. Explains the various types of queries. Contains many examples of queries in several genres including magical realism, Christian and Romance. Explanation of what is expected in your first chapter. Includes information on prologues and how to format your submission. Gives information on how to research agents and publishers. Discusses the different types of rejection letters. Gives detailed information on agents and what questions to ask a prospective agent. Also talks about what happens after an offer is made on your book.
What you will learn in this book: Everything you need to know to put together a proposal package for your novel, including how to write a query and synopsis.
What you will not learn: How to write your book.
Who this book is for: Anyone ready to see their book go into print.
Personal review: Excellent book. Packed with information, and although Ms. Lyon is an editor, she’s not taking up space trying to sell your her editing services. If you’re ready to take the next step in finding an agent or publisher, whatever the genre, this book will help you move forward.
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