How to Publish Your Book in the New Age Market

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Choose a subject with market potential.

   Research popular writers, writing styles and "hot" topics.
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   Step 2: Determine the subject for which you're best qualified to write.

   Find one that's fresh and motivates you to write with passion. ,, While you are at it, work on a few additional titles as back-ups. , Present your book proposal in a unique fashion. , You need to capture a publisher's attention typically within 30 seconds, so make those first few words POP! , Follow up after approximately 3 months unless the writer's guide indicates otherwise.
   
   Keep track of all rejections and responses for future reference. , you get a letter that's not the standard rejection). ,,,,
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   Step 3: Request guidelines for writers from publishers who may be most interested in your book.

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   Step 4: Create an effective title.

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   Step 5: Complete your proposal and samples

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   Step 6: carefully following guidelines.

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   Step 7: Proofread the proposal

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   Step 8: sample and cover letter.

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   Step 9: Keep a detailed list of the publishers to whom you send materials

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    Step 10: the dates material was sent and the names of contact persons.

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    Step 11: Develop an on-going relationship with any acquisitions persons or editors who reply personally (i.e.

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    Step 12: Provide changes

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    Step 13: more samples and other information the publisher requests in a reasonable amount of time

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    Step 14: preferably before stated deadlines.

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    Step 15: Get a lawyer or other professional to review any contract offered

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    Step 16: comparing it to industry standards.

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    Step 17: Prepare and submit your manuscript within the time frame stipulated in your contract.

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    Step 18: Answer queries and provide revisions as needed throughout the editing process.

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