Overview

This is the an essential reference tool for everyone in the writing industry. With a brand new look and layout, the 22nd edition of this established title is edited by a well known and respected author with extensive experience in the publishing, writing and broadcasting industries. Feature new for 2008 is that it includes: free online access to the companion website and FAQs, a fully searchable directory, and a wealth of information for writers.It is completely revised and updated annually with newly commissioned articles from experts in the industry. It is rigorously checked and well known for its high level of accuracy.Described by ""The Times"" as 'the book no writer should be without', the new edition of ""The Writer's Handbook"" is the definitive guide for everyone in the writing profession. It also includes free online access to ""The Writer's Handbook"" website offering its comprehensive directory and even more resources and advice for writers.

Full Product Details

Author:   Barry Turner
Publisher:   Palgrave Macmillan
Imprint:   Palgrave Macmillan
Edition:   Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 4.30cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   1.192kg
ISBN:  

9780230573239

ISBN 10:   0230573231
Pages:   832
Publication Date:   28 July 2008
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Replaced By:   9780230573246
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Awaiting stock  

Table of Contents

Foreword - I. Trewin; Articles:; The State of the Market and How to Get Published - B. Turner; How to Make a Living While Trying to Establish Yourself as an Author - B. Turner; Getting your First Novel Published - N. Monaghan; The British Love Affair with Biography: How to Exploit the Market- B. Turner; Anniversary Celebration of Dr Johnson's Dictionary - B. Turner; Journalism and the Devaluation of the Written Word - K. Fletcher; Audio Publishing - A. Muirden; Poetry - C. Hamilton-Emery; Screenwriting: From Page to Screen - B. Turner; Permissions to Quote: An Often Vexed Problem for Non-Fiction Writers - C. Hodder; How to Promote your Book Online - J. Reed; Tax - I. Spring; Directory:; Publishers; UK publishers; Irish publishers; European publishers; US publishers; Other international publishers; Poetry presses; Poetry magazines; Small presses; Audio books; UK packagers; Electronic publishing and other services; Agents; UK Literary Agents; UK Literary Scouts; Irish Literary Agents; US Literary Agents; Book Clubs; Magazines and Newspapers; Magazines; National Newspapers; Regional Newspapers; News Agencies; US Media Contacts in the UK; Broadcast; TV and Radio; European TV Companies; Film TV and Radio Producers; Theatre; Theatre Producers; Resources:; Development; UK and Irish Writers' Courses; US Writers' Courses; Writers' Circles and Workshops; Bursaries, Fellowships and Grants; Prizes; Organizations; Professional Associations and Societies; Literary Societies; Organizations of Interest to Poets; Arts Councils and Regional Offices; Services; Library Services; Picture Libraries; PR Consultants; Press Cutting Agencies; Other; Festivals; Useful Websites; Miscellany; Index of Entries; Subject Index.

Reviews

'A wise and witty book, packed with useful information.' - The Society of Authors 'There's a perception that you can't get into publishing if you're not connected, but I didn't know anyone. I got my agent by looking in The Writer's Handbook'. - Madeleine Wickham (aka Sophie Kinsella) 'The Writer's Handbook is an essential directory for new and established writers alike'. - Mary Clemmey, Literary Agent 'If you want to write and be published, this book should never be more than a hand's reach away.' - Christine Aziz, author and winner of Richard and Judy's How to Get Published Competition 'This book is a godsend to any serious writer.' - Martin Brocklebank, Chairman, Speakeasy Writer's Group

""'A wise and witty book, packed with useful information.' - The Society of Authors 'There's a perception that you can't get into publishing if you're not connected, but I didn't know anyone. I got my agent by looking in The Writer's Handbook'. - Madeleine Wickham (aka Sophie Kinsella) 'The Writer's Handbook is an essential directory for new and established writers alike'. - Mary Clemmey, Literary Agent 'If you want to write and be published, this book should never be more than a hand's reach away.' - Christine Aziz, author and winner of Richard and Judy's How to Get Published Competition 'This book is a godsend to any serious writer.' - Martin Brocklebank, Chairman, Speakeasy Writer's Group""

Author Information

BARRY TURNER has worked on both sides of publishing, as an editor and marketing director and also as an author. He has been a full time writer for over 30 years and has worked as a journalist and broadcaster in the fields of politics, biography, travel and education. As well as being the author of over 20 books, Barry is the editor of The Statesman's Yearbook and is a regular contributor to The Times as a book reviewer and serializer.

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