If you’re a writer who is looking to get a traditional publishing deal for their book, the first thing you will need is an agent. Getting an agent isn’t an easy task by any means, and one of the hardest things is nailing your pitch letter and getting them to actually read your manuscript. … [Read more…]
It’s not easy to get a traditional publishing deal, especially as a new author, but it is possible. Below are some tips to help you secure that elusive deal. It is possible to get deals with small independent publishers by pitching them yourself (if you choose this route, make sure the publishers are not vanity publishers before … [Read more…]
There are many options available for self publishing your book, but I think self-publishing on Amazon is still by far the best option to reach a wider audience (and no I’m not being paid to say that) and I think it is by far the most popular platform with writers and readers alike. For that reason, … [Read more…]
Imagine you’ve sent your manuscript out to hundreds of agents and publishers. You’ve received rejection after rejection and suddenly, there it is: The glowing email offering to publish your manuscript and telling you how wonderful you are. Of course you want to believe it – I mean you are wonderful aren’t you and of course … [Read more…]
There are advantages and disadvantages to both self publishing and traditional publishing – the key to choosing which route you will take is to weigh up your options and see which method is right for you. In an ideal world, you’d write your novel and within days someone would offer you a six figure deal. … [Read more…]