Jeff Herman’s Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents, 29th Edition
Jeff Herman’s Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents, 29th Edition

Author: Jeff Herman

Publisher: New World Library

Published: 2023-01-03

Total Pages: 434

ISBN-13: 1608687880

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Jeff Herman’s Guide unmasks nonsense, clears confusion, and unlocks secret doorways to success for new and veteran writers! This highly respected resource is used by publishing insiders everywhere and has been read by millions all over the world. Countless writers have turned to this book to figure out how to decipher the hidden codes to getting published. It reveals: • tools to discern and exploit the rapidly changing publishing environment • the crucial differences between independent houses and the “Big 5” publishers • hard truths about self-publishing • names, interests, and contact information of hundreds of agents and editors • how writers unwittingly disqualify themselves from the consideration they deserve, and how to optimize chances with agents • critical thinking skills for outside-the-box publishing strategies • the nuts and bolts of superior query letters and proposals • how to spot and avoid ever-more-prevalent scams • the value of “book doctors” and when to consider hiring them • what to do — and not do — once you’ve got an editor or publisher interested Herman’s book remains the go-to guide for everything anyone ever wanted to know about book publishing. Comprehensive index lists dozens of subjects and categories to help you find the perfect publisher or agent.

Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents, 28th edition
Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents, 28th edition

Author: Jeff Herman

Publisher: New World Library

Published: 2018-10-19

Total Pages: 546

ISBN-13: 1608685853

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If You Want to Get Published, Read This Book! Jeff Herman’s Guide is the writer’s best friend. The 28th edition, updated for 2019, includes strategies to finding your way through today’s field of publishers, editors, and agents. Get the most up-to-date information on the who’s who in publishing: The best way to ensure that your book stands out from the crowd is to find the right person to read it. In this guidebook, Jeff Herman reveals names, contact information, and personal interests for hundreds of literary agents and editors, so you can find the publishing professional who’s been waiting for you. In addition, the comprehensive index makes it easy to search by genre and subject. Learn to write a winning pitch: This highly-respected resource has helped countless authors achieve their highest goals. It starts with the perfect pitch. You’ll learn the language that publishers use, and ways to present yourself and your book in the best light. Trust the expert that insiders trust: Bestselling authors and publishing insiders recognize Jeff Herman’s Guide as honest, informative, and accurate. New and veteran writers of both fiction and nonfiction have relied on this no-nonsense guidebook for decades. Everything you need to know to publish your book is compiled in this one go-to resource. In Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents you’ll find: Invaluable information about 245 publishers and imprints Independent book editors who can help make your book publisher-friendly Methods for spotting a scam before it’s too late Methods to becoming a confident partner in the business of publishing your book. This guide is an excellent addition to your collection if you have read Guide to Literary Agents 2019, Writer's Market 2019, or The Essential Guide to Getting Your Book Published.

Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents 2017
Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents 2017

Author: Jeff Herman

Publisher: New World Library

Published: 2016-09-02

Total Pages: 674

ISBN-13: 1608684040

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Still the Best Guide for Getting Published If you want to get published, read this book! Comprehensive index lists dozens of subjects and categories to help you find the perfect publisher or agent. Jeff Herman’s Guide unmasks nonsense, clears confusion, and unlocks secret doorways to success for new and veteran writers! This highly respected resource is used by publishing insiders everywhere and has been read by millions all over the world. Jeff Herman’s Guide is the writer’s best friend. It reveals the names, interests, and contact information of thousands of agents and editors. It presents invaluable information about more than 350 publishers and imprints (including Canadian and university presses), lists independent book editors who can help you make your work more publisher-friendly, and helps you spot scams. Jeff Herman’s Guide unseals the truth about how to outsmart the gatekeepers, break through the barriers, and decipher the hidden codes to getting your book published. Countless writers have achieved their highest aspirations by following Herman’s outside-the-box strategies. If you want to reach the top of your game and transform rejections into contracts, you need this book!

Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors, and Literary Agents 2012
Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors, and Literary Agents 2012

Author: Jeff Herman

Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire

Published: 2011-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781402260612

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Jeff Herman Is Every Writer's Best Friend More than 500,000 copies sold! Writers, agents and editors agree that Herman's Guide is in a league of its own. It unravels and clarifies a complicated and intimidating process, and provides innovative strategies and road maps for maximum success. Knowledge will displace mistakes and power will displace fear. The names, personalities, and specialties of thousands of editors and agents, the so-called gatekeepers, are exposed, as are ways to get them to see what you write. Herman's insights are a joy to read. If you want to understand the publishing business, and how to get published for the best terms possible, then this book is created specifically for you. Praise for Jeff Herman's Guide: "I highly recommend Herman's Guide. It was the most helpful book I bought about how to get published." - Nicholas Sparks, New York Times bestsellingauthor "Nothing beats Jeff Herman's Guide." - Jack Canfield, coauthor, Chicken Soup for the Soul series "Jeff Herman's Guide is everything you need to know for getting started." - Cheryl Richardson, New York Times bestselling author "I echo the sentiments of others who state that Herman's Guide is like a Bible for writers." - Sharon Oliver, published author "Jeff Herman has done a service to every writer who wants to make a living in this business. Every author should have a copy on their shelf." - Chip MacGregor, literary agent

Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents, 28th edition
Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents, 28th edition

Author: Jeff Herman

Publisher: New World Library

Published: 2018-10-12

Total Pages: 546

ISBN-13: 1608685845

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If you want to get published, read this book! Jeff Herman's Guide unmasks nonsense, clears confusion, and unlocks secret doorways to success for new and veteran writers! This highly respected resource is used by publishing insiders everywhere and has been read by millions all over the world. Jeff Herman's Guide is the writer's best friend. It reveals the names, interests, and contact information of hundreds of agents and editors. It presents invaluable information about 245 publishers and imprints, lists independent book editors who can help you make your work more publisher-friendly, and helps you spot scams. Jeff Herman's Guide unseals the truth about how to outsmart the gatekeepers, break through the barriers, and decipher the hidden codes to getting your book published. Countless writers have achieved their highest aspirations by following Herman's outside-the-box strategies. If you want to reach the top of your game and transform rejections into contracts, you need this book! Comprehensive index lists dozens of subjects and categories to help you find the perfect publisher or agent.