Thursday, November 14, 2013

How To Get Your Book Published by the Big Boys! - Part One

I think that it is everyone’s dream to have there book published by Simon and Shuster, Penguin, DK, and to receive a huge signing bonus and royalty check. The simple fact is that we all can’t be Steven Kings’ or Dean Koontz, but if you play your cards right, you can get published by a big boy or at least an off spring or an independent and reap the royalties you truly deserve.

You want your book published, but you shouldn’t have to pay and the royalties’ amounts are too small through a free print-on-demand (pod) publisher, where do you turn?

Approaching Book publishers

In the publishing world, people use inquiry letters not only to pitch an idea for a book or to tell about a book already written, but also to check up on the status of a project submitted. The inquiry letter should incite the editor to find out more about you, the project and the book.

After an editor makes contact with you, it is your job to keep attracting the editor to your project until you finally have a deal.

Inquiry letter (Pitch)

Mr. Blake Jones

4920 Blake Jones Road

Dallas, Texas 75643

November 1, 2013

Herman Russell, Editor

Avondale Publishing Group

PO Box 359, Houston, Texas 75100

Dear Mr. Russell

I am in the process of writing a new novel, ‘Thickets in the Wildwoods’, and I believe it is a great fit for your firm. I have read the Lost Wind series by Beth Smith and my story is also science fiction. I have included an excerpt below:

(excerpt)

Sincerly,

Your signature

Inquiry letter (Check-up)

Mr. Blake Jones

4920 Blake Jones Road

Dallas, Texas 75643

September 8, 2014

Herman Russell, Editor

Avondale Publishing Group

PO Box 359, Houston, Texas 75100

Dear Mr. Russell:

Ten months ago I submitted my manuscript ‘Thickets in the Wildwoods’ to you and I felt that I should check with you on its status. I know that you are a very, very busy person, but I would be most appreciative if you could take a moment to check on its status for me.

I thank you for taking the time to check on this and look forward to your reply. An SASE is enclosed for your convenience.

Sincerly,

Your signature

Book publishers & Other Resources

Below is a list of websites that you can visit to find out more about book publishers near you:

List over 700 book publishing companies - www.everywritersresource.com/bookpublishers/

Book Marketing & Promotion - www.bookmarket.com/newnovels.htm

Predators & Editors - http://pred-ed.com/pubinqry.htm

New Pages.com - www.newpages.com/book-publishers/

Independent Book Publishers Associations - www.ibpa-online.org/resources/affiliates/

Brandylane Publishers - www.brandylanepublishers.com/Authors/Publishing/

Next Week - Part Two: How To Land the Ultimate Deal

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Billy D Manus II is a remarkably prolific and versatile writer with a robust portfolio of over 150 published works spanning two decades. His literary journey includes an impressive range of genres from insightful self-help, detailed business and reference books to captivating science fiction and heartwarming children's tales. Each month, he adds approximately four new titles to his extensive collection, which also includes a treasure trove of unpublished manuscripts poised for future acclaim. Formerly the executive director of a small non-profit organization, Billy has been a published writer since the year 2000, producing texts in various languages. His writing process often includes listening to music, a technique that helps manage his notably short attention span and maintains his focus. Residing in the heart of Texas, Billy draws endless inspiration from the state's sprawling landscapes and rich cultural tapestry. A lover of nature, he enjoys spending time outdoors and caring for his fifteen feral cats, who not only keep him company but also serve as his occasional literary critics, ensuring his work resonates with authenticity and warmth.

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