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Whether you're a beginning writer trying to make that first sale, or an experienced pro who wants to break into new market areas, this book has something for you. It covers just about every type of writing "pitch" you can think of, including magazine queries, column proposals, nonfiction book proposals, fiction book synopses, newpaper pitches, and how to pitch for such writing-related opportunities as classes, speaking opportunities, grants and awards.
In addition to Moira Allen's own expertise, this book includes chapters by a host of expert writers, including Amy Chavez, Rebecca Vinyard, Tara Harper, Lynn Flewelling, A.C. Crispin, Victoria Strauss, and MaryJanice Davidson.
Here's just some of the topics covered in this book:
- Writing the (Almost) Perfect Query, plus samples of query letters that worked.
- Queries that break the rules, including quickie queries and multiple-pitch queries
- Newspaper queries
- Column proposals, including tips on Self-Syndicating Your Column, becoming a syndicated columnist, and becoming an international columnist.
- Preparing a Nonfiction Book Proposal, plus two sample proposals, and tips on pitching to international publishers.
- Selling your novel: How to find an agent, how to develop a fiction query letter, and how to write a synopsis (with sample).
- How to develop a proposal for online and real-world classes, seminars and talks
- How to break into business and corporate writing
- How to write a grant or award proposal
- ... and more!
What Readers Are Saying:
This book helped me get an assignment to write an article on speculation with my first response to a query. Using Ms. Allen's advice, I decided to try freelance writing and sent out 7 queries. My first two responses arrived on the same day--the assignment and a form rejection letter; her book prepared me for both! Her concrete examples, understanding of what editors look for, and detailed explanation of query construction were invaluable. This is a great book!
-- C. Businelle
"In The Writer's Guide to Queries, Pitches, and Proposals, Moira Allen offers writers practical advice (and great examples) to help them get their work published. A great source for the writer's bookshelf."
-- Elfrieda Abbe, Editor, The Writer
"This book is an excellent resource for beginning and experienced writers, packed with useful tips and practical examples. In addition to covering essential topics such as writing queries for articles and books, syndication, and writing columns, it also discusses alternative publishing methods, grants, networking, and other opportunities for writers. Highly recommended."
--Debbie Ridpath Ohi, Founder, Inkspot
"Whether you write articles, novels, nonfiction books, business material, or something in between, The Writer's Guide to Queries, Pitches, and Proposals is brimming with valuable information for you. Allen and a host of experienced writers offer everything from submission basics to venturing boldly into cyberspace. This should be required reading for all writers!"
--Karen S. Wiesner, author of Electronic Publishing: The Definitive Guide and The Productive Writer (or how to avoid carpal tunnel with all those revisions)
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