The Essential Guide to Getting Your Book Published. How to Write It, Sell It, and Market It

A complete author's toolkit: The guide that demystifies every step of the publishing process. No matter what type of book you want to write—fiction, nonfiction, humor, sci-fi, romance, cookbook, children's book—here is how to take an idea you're passionate about, develop it into a manuscript or proposal, get it published, and deliver it into the hands and hearts of readers. Includes interviews with dozens of publishing insiders—agents, editors, besteslling authors, and booksellers. Real-life success stories and the lessons they impart. Plus sample proposals and query letters, a resource guide, and more. Updated to cover ebooks, self-publishing, digital marketing, the power of social media, and more. This complete author's toolkit includes information on:– locating, luring, and landing an agent – perfecting your pitch – the nuts and bolts of a book proposal – conquering the query letter – finding the right publisher for YOU – four steps to reaching readers online – making Amazon work for you – kickstarting your Kickstarter campaign – the ins and outs of ebooks – 10 things you should have on your author website – turning rejection into a book deal – new frontiers in self-publishing