TAKE YOUR NONFICTION BOOK FROM IDEA TO REALITY
Today's publishing world is full of possibilities. From self-funded and hybridmodels to working with traditional publishers and agents, there is a path for everyone. But how do you get there? Which road do you choose? And what does it take to prepare the pitch and proposal you will need to get the attention of a reputable publisher?
From Pitch to Print: The Nonfiction Writer's 10-Step Plan to Getting Published offers everything you need to know to go from idea to final printed book. You'll learn how to:
Make sense of the book publishing landscape
Find out if you're the right person to write a book Lay the professional groundwork to become an author Enhance your brand visibility
Write your query letter and design your pitch Create a winning book proposal Craft your ideal publishing roadmap Make the pitch and get published Includes a list of writing resources, a sample book proposal, and an exclusive offer to Dr. Jennifer Dorsey's book proposal course!
By the time you complete this 10-step plan, you'll have a polished pitch and book proposal that's ready to submit to publishers, agents, and business partners. Your path to becoming a published author starts here.
DR. JENNIFER DORSEY has worked in book publishing for over 25 years. Specializing in nonfiction, she has worked for both small presses and large national publishers in the history, tech, lifestyle, self-help, business, enthusiast, and professional development categories. She is a graduate of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and earned her M.A. and Ph.D. in rhetoric and composition at Saint Louis University.
By:
Dr. Jennifer Dorsey
Imprint: Broad Book Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 228mm,
Width: 152mm,
ISBN: 9798985191332
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 23 October 2024
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
INTRODUCTIONSTEP 1: Interview Yourself STEP 2: Determine Your Book Idea’s Viability STEP 3: Lay the Professional Groundwork STEP 4: Conduct Research STEP 5: Plan Your Proposal STEP 6: Write the Book Proposal, Part 1: Focus on the Book STEP 7: Write the Book Proposal, Part 2: Focus on the Marketing STEP 8: Create the Book Proposal Package STEP 9: Determine Your Path STEP 10: Launch Your Book ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ABOUT THE AUTHOR RESOURCES SAMPLE BOOK PROPOSAL
Dr. Jennifer Dorseyhas worked in book publishing for over 25 years. Specializing in nonfiction, she has worked for both small presses and large national publishers in the history, tech, lifestyle, self-help, business, and professional development categories. In addition to working in the business side of publishing, she has also co-authored, revised, and ghostwritten books in the medical, business, and personal growth categories.
