This is the insider's guide to getting published sucessfully. The secret to making money from your fiction writing is not only in the quality of your work but your approach to the publishing process: in this book an industry professional shows how to make the system work for you. Advice is here from almost the moment you pick up the pen - identifying the market for your work - to working constuctively with your author or agent, safeguarding your rights, negotiating and understanding contracts, and understanding how you book will actually be sold. "From Pitch to Publication" is the complete guide to presenting yourself effectively to publishers, and navigating the periods before and after publication for continuing success.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This authoritative guide, by an experienced literary agent, contains advice for would-be authors on how to get books published. This is good, nitty-gritty stuff, including what to include in a submission, how to present your work and how to write a synopsis. There is also much about the book trade, including an excellent section entitled "Does an agent need you?"
I'd give the book top marks except for the fact that the author is rather over-prescriptive. For example, she advocates very lengthy synopses, whereas many other agents prefer them shorter.
Summary: a fine book, but take a second opinion before sending off your precious manuscript.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Rebecca Jane
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I wanted to write a book, but I didn't know where on earth to start. I was chatting to a journalist who told me I had to read this book. It gives you the steps you have to take in order to get published.
I'll explain quickly - write a 'submission', get an agent - who in turn finds you a publisher - who prints your book. I read 'From Pitch to Publication' from beginning to end, and it was VITAL in teaching me how to write a submission...I'm not giving away the secrets contained in the book, but I followed it almost to the letter....Guess what, for the person writing about the 'negative undertone', writing books and getting published isn't easy. It's not negativity, it's a thing called 'realism'. You need a seriously thick skin in publishing. This book tells you exactly what happens, and it doesn't gloss it up. (P.s - Writers & artists yearbook, great for a list of agents to send to, messy and complex for everything else!!!!!)
Fast forward a month, I sent my submissions to no less than 15 agents (Yes, that included yours Ms Carole <COUGH> ;-) ...)) .... every single one turned me down. This book had prepared me, I can't say I was distraught. I expected it. It simply wasn't my time.
Fast forward another year, I re worked my submission, and sent it directly to an agent I knew may be interested in my book (she was part of one of the agencies that turned me down the year previous too!!!) Within a week she signed me up. My now agent is still highly embarrassed at the situation, but she did say that 9 times out of 10 random submissions the tea boy gets to read and very few make it through. It's VITAL to send to an agent directly, and hope luck is shining your way!!!!!!!
To sum up really quick, because I've waffled enough.... A month after signing to my agent, 3 publishing houses started a little war between themselves for my book (The Real Lady Detective Agency, just so you can see I'm not lying!!!!). I chose Harper Collins. It was published not so long ago and it became a best seller in the first week.
Forget the people who say this book is outdated, it works - I literally am living proof. I now get asked all the time, 'how do I get published'... I tell these people the same thing the journalist told me. Go and read 'From Pitch to Publication'....Without it, I would never have become a best selling author.... Ms Blake, I thank you!
I'll explain quickly - write a 'submission', get an agent - who in turn finds you a publisher - who prints your book. I read 'From Pitch to Publication' from beginning to end, and it was VITAL in teaching me how to write a submission...I'm not giving away the secrets contained in the book, but I followed it almost to the letter....Guess what, for the person writing about the 'negative undertone', writing books and getting published isn't easy. It's not negativity, it's a thing called 'realism'. You need a seriously thick skin in publishing. This book tells you exactly what happens, and it doesn't gloss it up. (P.s - Writers & artists yearbook, great for a list of agents to send to, messy and complex for everything else!!!!!)
Fast forward a month, I sent my submissions to no less than 15 agents (Yes, that included yours Ms Carole <COUGH> ;-) ...)) .... every single one turned me down. This book had prepared me, I can't say I was distraught. I expected it. It simply wasn't my time.
Fast forward another year, I re worked my submission, and sent it directly to an agent I knew may be interested in my book (she was part of one of the agencies that turned me down the year previous too!!!) Within a week she signed me up. My now agent is still highly embarrassed at the situation, but she did say that 9 times out of 10 random submissions the tea boy gets to read and very few make it through. It's VITAL to send to an agent directly, and hope luck is shining your way!!!!!!!
To sum up really quick, because I've waffled enough.... A month after signing to my agent, 3 publishing houses started a little war between themselves for my book (The Real Lady Detective Agency, just so you can see I'm not lying!!!!). I chose Harper Collins. It was published not so long ago and it became a best seller in the first week.
Forget the people who say this book is outdated, it works - I literally am living proof. I now get asked all the time, 'how do I get published'... I tell these people the same thing the journalist told me. Go and read 'From Pitch to Publication'....Without it, I would never have become a best selling author.... Ms Blake, I thank you!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Emanon
Format:Paperback
This book is very detailed and Carole Blake is obviously very successful in her area. The book is not however the best book a writer can read to get published. The Writers' & Artists' Yearbook is more useful. The problem with this book is that it has a very negative tone and is very defensive. It puts you off. Ms Blake explains how a writer's day job can determine whether they get published. The quality of the writing doesn't seem to be the deciding factor, at least for her. Carole Blake is obviously very capable, but if she ever revises the book she should address the tone.
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Fourteen years out of date
This book was written so long ago (published in 1999) that much of its information is hopelessly dated. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Lexi
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The author tells it as it is
This book does not hold back, the author tells it as it is. All writers want to be published, and by a reputable publisher. Read more
Published 29 days ago by S. Gundlack
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A helpful publication
This book covers the subject from all angles and, as someone trying to find a literary agent, I found it very useful.
Published 1 month ago by D. Gifford
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Dated, but worth all the same.
Very good book, though a little dated as it was published in 1998.
I feel the title was wrong, it should have been called "So You Want To Be A Publishing Agent" as it... Read more
I feel the title was wrong, it should have been called "So You Want To Be A Publishing Agent" as it... Read more
Published 4 months ago by NIGEL COOPER
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Some good advice but needs updating
This is a useful book in many ways. It sets out a lot of the basics for new writers and the section on roles within a publishing house is interesting and helps to explain a lot of... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Fitzcooney
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For Wannabe Novelists Everywhere.
What a useful book! If you've got any questions about getting your fiction published, you will almost certainly find the answers to them here. Read more
Published 15 months ago by N. Vincent-abnett
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Superb book
Having read some of the (few) negative reviews accusing Carole Blake of a commercial bias, I simply had to assure those who have not read it, and who have a novel of any kind to... Read more
Published on 7 Feb 2011 by fhebbert
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Carole Blake - From Pitch to Publication
From Pitch to Publication is a very easy to read book which provides guidance for aspiring writers, particularly novelists. Read more
Published on 21 Aug 2010 by detty the catt
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A frank and informative book
This book was suggested to me by the author herself via twitter. I am a writer and am keen to learn more about the nuts and bolts of publishing with a particular view to getting... Read more
Published on 18 Aug 2010 by mattberkshire
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The embodiment of generosity
This book is superb: a detailed, generous sharing of the author's knowledge, experience and insights. What writer would not wish to have her as their agent?
Published on 22 July 2010 by FRANFLANEUSE
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