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The Writer's Handbook 2010 (Writer's Handbook (Palgrave)) [Paperback]

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Publication Date: 14 May 2009 | ISBN-10: 023057324X | ISBN-13: 978-0230573246

'A wise and witty book, packed with useful information'
THE SOCIETY OF AUTHORS

'I got my agent by looking in 'The Writer's Handbook'
SOPHIE KINSELLA, Author of the Shopaholic series

'The Writer's Handbook is an essential directory for new and established writers alike'
MARY CLEMMEY, Literary Agent

'This book is a godsend to any serious writer'
MARTIN BROCKLEBANK, Chairman, Speakeasy Writer's Group

23rd Edition
NO. 1 FOR WRITERS

Completely revised and updated for 2010, this acclaimed companion provides you with the most current and reliable information on the writing industry. From pinpointing contacts in a wide range of publishing houses and literary agencies to information on writing courses in your area; from screenwriting, TV, radio and newspapers to local literary festivals and grants, The Writer's Handbook 2010 is an accurate, practical and easy-to-use resource for all writers.

It offers invaluable advice and insight from experts, with articles on book fairs, and branding, as well as discussion on key markets and market trends, and useful hints on approaching a literary agent. Whether you are an aspiring or established writer, or a publishing professional, this is the book that no-one in the writing industry should be without.


Includes FREE access to the website: browse the online directory and explore the other useful resources for writers (you will find your unique access code on the sticker on the front of this book).

PLUS: Win 1 of 50 creative writing prizes including YOUR CHANCE TO BE PUBLISHED*
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Comedy Writing
The Role of Branding in the Writing Industry
The Ins and Outs of a Publishing House
Twenty Things I Didn't Know Before Becoming a Poetry Publisher
Approaching a Literary Agent
International Book Fairs
The Writer's Handbook Recommends
Settling Accounts – Taxation




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Product details

  • Paperback: 784 pages
  • Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan (14 May 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 023057324X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0230573246
  • Product Dimensions: 15.6 x 4.2 x 23.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 260,695 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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'The book no writer should be without.' - The Times

'A wise and witty book, packed with useful information.' - The Society of Authors

'There's a perception that you can't get into publishing if you're not connected, but I didn't know anyone. I got my agent by looking in The Writer's Handbook.'  - Madeleine Wickham (aka Sophie Kinsella)

'The Writer's Handbook is an essential directory for new and established writers alike.' - Mary Clemmey, Literary Agent

'If you want to write and be published, this book should never be more than a hand's reach away.' - Christine Aziz, author and winner of Richard and Judy's How to Get Published Competition

'This book is a godsend to any serious writer.' - Martin Brocklebank, Chairman, Speakeasy Writer's Group
 
'...an essential guide to the present state of publishers.' - GF Willmetts, SF Crowsnest
 
 

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An essential buy for all aspiring, new and established writers... and everyone in the publishing industry
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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent resource 14 Mar 2010
By Suzan St Maur
Format:Paperback
It's very hard not to compare The Writer's Handbook with its arch rival across the road, but speaking as a 20+ times published non-fiction author I have a copy of both in my office and often find their information complementary. You probably could make do with one or the other, but if you're serious about your writing, have the two; they both contain priceless information. And I'm looking forward to seeing how WH develops its online presence in the coming months, too.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Better than anticipated 3 Aug 2010
By J. Walton
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Perspective: I am the published author of 35 non fiction books, who has tried to break into fiction with only the occasional short story breakthrough.

As a regular buyer of Writers' & Artists Yearbook, I did not expect any alternative would prove more useful.
I was wrong.

Despite generally better reviews for W&A, I found the 2011 edition of Writer's handbook 2011 superior in terms of contacts. Both in terms of information given and some publishers missing from W&A that were promising in 2011 Handbook.

The general advice is to buy both of you are serious about breaking into a new field, or a novice.

I have seen criticism of Handbook's features versus W&A. That may well be true over a single edition, but I found W&A, in their 104th year of publication, is the more complacent of the two. W&A is prone to repetition of earlier edition texts and information.

However, if its sheer number of pages you are after, W&A plays822 versus Handbook's 786.
Trouble is, I'm not convinced the quality of research and updates is superior.

Sadly, you probably do need to buy both [Amazon bundle prices helped me in that decision]..But only for 1 year on present W& A form...
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Does the job - but prefer the competition! 21 Jun 2010
By Book Worm DJ
Format:Paperback
This is very much down to personal preference. The articles in this book are few in number and not wildly helpful. I have no vested interest, just prefer the W&A yearbook, which I've bought previously and which has better articles. The listings are the same regardless, but for the same money you may as well get the one with the better articles. That said the online facility is useful but could be really developed - for example, to include a 'save list' for agents / publishers of personal interest. This facility could lure me away from W&A yearbook.
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3.0 out of 5 stars useful book for finding publishers' details
Useful in some ways, out-of-date in others. Still, it's much, much better than the red "Writer's and Artists Handbook" by A & C Black, which only lists top flight... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars wannabewriter
this product is a wonderful book to have, not just a guide to all things out there for writers, but with some good articles and advice about the writing business itelf.
Published 23 months ago by stripey hippo
5.0 out of 5 stars very useful book - every writer needs a copy
I've had several issues of this book over the years and it's a really useful resource. The agents, publication lists etc are excellent, but you'd be missing an opportunity if you... Read more
Published on 29 Mar 2011 by biffy
4.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable tool for all aspiring writers
This is the first time I've purchased the Writer's Handbook, but I've found it very useful so far. Obviously I can't vouch for the accuracy of the listings, but the articles have... Read more
Published on 23 Mar 2011 by I. M. Lee
4.0 out of 5 stars A must for Writers
Another fantastic edition for writers, some great articles and lots of information relating to publishers and agents. A must for any writer.
Published on 24 Feb 2011 by N.M.GILLSON
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Read
The Writers Handbook and the Writers and Artist Yearbook are always going to be compared.

I've bought the last two editions of each, and I still can't decide which is... Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2011 by Pamela Roach
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have companion...
I introduced The Writer's Handbook to my nephew many years ago, his name is Andrew Towning and since he first started writing he has always found it an invaluable source of... Read more
Published on 11 Feb 2011 by Sarah Gooding
5.0 out of 5 stars A superb guide and directory for would-be and seasoned writers
The Writer's Handbook 2011: The Complete Guide for all Writers, Publishers, Editors, Agents and Broadcasters (Writer's Handbook (Palgrave))

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Published on 6 Jan 2011 by Michael J Crew
4.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable book
Invaluable book for the writer. Great to have the information required for authors all in the one book. Would be difficult to function as a writer without it. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2010 by Nice Irma
5.0 out of 5 stars Writer's Handbook 2011
The Writer's Handbook is as good, or better than usual. With, it feels, more *nuts and bolts' stuff than its competitor (which is also great in a different way), As an author I... Read more
Published on 2 Sep 2010 by David King
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