100 Things Every Writer Needs to Know

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Binding: Paperback Dewey Decimal Number: 808.02 EAN: 9780399525087 ISBN: 0399525084 Label: Perigee Trade Manufacturer: Perigee Trade Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 256 Publication Date: July 01, 1999 Publisher: Perigee Trade Sales Rank: 247945 Studio: Perigee Trade Related Items: The Complete Writer's Kit No Experience Necessary Writer's Course BECOMING A WRITER Beginning Writer's Answer Book 30 Steps to Becoming a Writer: And Getting Published : The Complete Starter Kit for Aspiring Writers see more Editorial Review: Book Description: An all-in-one guide for writers--this wide-ranging handbook combines artistic techniques and inspiration with practical, insider's advice on getting published. Writer, editor, and literary agent Scott Edelstein has done it all--and now this industry insider brings his valuable secrets to both beginning and established writers. Covering everything from building writing skills to dealing with editors to starting a writing business, this all-important guide will get you started and point you in the right direction. With matter-of-fact advice and encouragement from an expert, you'll get the information, inspiration, and guidance you need to write your best and begin a successful writing career. * finding your voice * getting inspired * setting up your workplace * building your skills quickly * breaking writer's block * finding the right outlets for your work * getting editors' attention * publishing what you write * building a writing career * getting a literary agent * avoiding common mistakes * becoming the writer you want to be * The ultimate publishing insider, Edelstein has worked in every facet of the industry * This single-volume guide combines the artistic encouragement of Bird by Bird with the nuts-and-bolts info of the popular Writers Digest manuals * A perfect introduction for new writers; a great refresher course for experienced writers Amazon.com: Veteran writing-book author Scott Edelstein's 100 Things Every Writer Needs to Know is geared decidedly toward the novice. Should I quit my day job? Pay someone to represent me? Employ a vanity press? Anyone who's been around the writer's block knows the answers to these questions (no, no, and no), but this book is a great place for a rookie to pick up a lot of knowledge without too much hard work. More experienced writers will also appreciate Edelstein's authoritative and reassuring words, and may pick up a few hints, as well. Edelstein has great advice on determining whether a writing workshop will be worthwhile, and some clever recommendations for wriggling one's way into a writing job and a list of 10 foolproof methods for making at least $50,000 a year as a writer (for instance, "Write a Broadway show that runs a long time"). He warns against relying on the Writer's Market books too heavily, as they list only "35-40 percent" of the markets available; gives the go-ahead on multiple submissions; and--unless you're seeking representation--advises against sending query letters. "Ninety percent of the time," he says, "you'll get a reading," regardless of whether a publication claims not to consider unsolicited manuscripts. Oh, and in case you don't know better, "bribery, toadying, and sucking up not only are smarmy, but almost never work." --Jane Steinberg Customer Reviews Average Rating: Rating: - Writers, You Need This Book Whether you are a beginning writer or an established author, this book gives solid advice. I love how you can read the book from cover to cover or just flip to a section that you want to know about right now. Keep it handy and reference it often. Karen Reddick, author of Grammar Done Right! Rating: - Great buy I am very happy with my purchase it has great information and was received quickly. My transaction with the seller was smooth and flawless. Thank You. Rating: - Concise and Informative The writing tips in this book were vey useful to me. They were easy to digest, written to give the biggest impact in the shortest amount of space, and very, very practical. I commend Scott Edelstein for writing a fine piece of nonfiction. He covers may areas of writing, and even though his tips are short, each sentence carries a lot of weight. I would recommend this book highly to those searching to improve their writing career. Rating: - Surprisingly good look at writing "100 Things Every Writer Needs to Know" is one of those books that the title alone causes you to set your expectations low. Not being the thickest tome doesn't help the cause. But what a surprise this pleasant little book is! In a sea of writers' helps, this one carves a niche by not only being surprisingly comprehensive in the breadth of topics it addresses, but also densely packed with useful tips. And did I mention that it is also breezily written, so it is not ... Read More Rating: - I love how this book is set up! I love the short concise chapters--so zen. He gets to the point and doesn't let the reader forget why she started writing--for joy! For fun! He encourages; he makes us laugh. When I'm having a down day either writing new projects, or promoting my novel, "Forever Retro Blues," I love to pick this book up and just flip to a page. Inevitability, there is some priceless gem of advice that bolsters me. see more Browse for similar items by category: Foreign Languages Arabic Books on CD Books on Cassette Chinese

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