Get To The Publishing Punchline PDF Download

As a literary agent, I see book proposals that unfortunately I write off after about sixty seconds of skimming. While that may sound harsh, there are specific things I look for that show me immediately how seriously a writer takes their goals of getting published. Even though the first steps of writing and figuring out how to get a book into the world can feel daunting, I want to not only give you everything you need for an incredible proposal, but demystify the publishing process, tell you how to market yourself authentically (and enjoyably), and cheer you on with practical next steps as you decide which publishing route is best for you. And I want to make this whole process FUN. This is an upbeat 30-day guide with easy to follow examples, stories, and funny illustrations (that you're more than welcome to color in because your brain will need a break), as well as insider knowledge about how to catch an agent's eye, how to land your dream endorsement and how to wildly increase your chances of getting a book deal. Non-fiction, memoir, or novel-- this book will help authors (especially first-timers) who have questions and feel alone in the writing process. Let me be your (slightly aggressive) friend who will encourage you, tell you what to do, and leave you feeling oh-so-confident because of all the progress you've made by day 30. If you let this book guide you, I PROMISE you will close the last page and involuntarily shout, "WOW, I did that!" You'll also get to know way more about my personal life than you probably wanted. Take a look at some of the topics to see if you want to get aggressive and join the fun: -Writing Schedule and Accountability-Author Vision, Tone, Genre, and Audience-Table of Contents, Chapter Summaries, and Chapter Samples-Network, Marketing, Endorsements, and Book Launch-Author Bio, Platform, Writing, and Speaking-Structure, Design, and Auxiliary Products-Elevator Pitch and One Sentence Summary-Edits, Typesetting, and Proposal Layout-Headshots, Videos, and Website-Timelines for Hitting Goals-Self Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing