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  • Paperback: 832 pages
  • Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd (30 Jun 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1408102641
  • ISBN-13: 978-1408102640
  • Product Dimensions: 20.4 x 14.8 x 4.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 14,788 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"The Writers' and Artists' Yearbook 2009 is a must-have publication for anyone wanting to break into the publishing industry" Birmingham Post, July 2008 "What makes the book an outstandingly good buy is the many articles about every aspect of getting published Highly recommended for all writers and artists, this really is an essential companion for all writers." Writersservices.com (24th September 2008) ' Essential for research ' Press Gazette (Jan 2009)


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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent guide - informative and comprehensive, 14 Oct 2008
By J. Aitcheson (Wiltshire, England) - See all my reviews
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"The Writers' and Artist's Yearbook" (W&AY), published by A&C Black, has a long-standing reputation as a 'must-have' for any writer looking to get into publication. While a number of similar books now exist - including "The Writer's Handbook" (TWH), published by Macmillan, and "Writer's Market" (WM), published by David & Charles Ltd - W&AY remains the original font of knowledge, and for me, the premier choice.

All of these books contain roughly the same extensive listings of publishers, agents, print media, producers etc, and in truth there is little to choose between them. Indeed the competition is gradually catching up, and it is notable that TWH has undergone a major facelift for this year. Of course a lot will come down to personal preference regarding the layout of the different books, and so if you can get the chance to compare them before you buy, all the better.

What makes the W&AY stand out is the wealth of advice it contains (nearly 200 pages' worth) from professional writers, publishers, agents and producers. In separate articles, famous authors such as Joanna Trollope, Terry Pratchett, Bernard Cornwell and J.K. Rowling address various aspects of the writing process and discuss a wide variety of genres. Many other highly informative pieces cover diverse issues such as self-publishing, marketing your book, writing for TV, radio and theatre, the electronic world of websites and e-publishing, and financial aspects such as tax. This makes the W&AY more than simply a listings book - it is, in effect, an introduction to the entire world of writing. Much overlooked is of course the fact that this is a yearbook for artists too. Correspondingly there are sections for the budding illustrator and photographer in the W&AY which are not to be found in the other guides.

There is much that is new for 2009, too. Although a couple of articles have been dropped, 7 new ones have been added, as well as a fresh foreword by Kate Mosse (author of "Labyrinth" and "Sepulchre", among other works). These new articles cover a range of topics, including: mind, body and spirit writing; e-books; and books published from blogs. There are also new pieces from Neil Gaiman, celebrated poet Benjamin Zephaniah, and Radio 4's "The Archers" scriptwriter Mary Cutler. Is it worth upgrading to the 2009 edition, then? For the articles alone - fascinating though they are - probably not. On the other hand, the advantage of having fully up-to-date listings counts for a great deal, especially if you are already looking for an agent or publisher. And at the price it is currently being offered by Amazon, it is surely a worthwhile investment.

All in all, this is an excellent and comprehensive guide. Definitely recommended for the aspiring writer or artist.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Writers' & Artists' Yearbook Has Come a Long Way , 4 Mar 2009
By K. A. McGibbon (Bracknell, England) - See all my reviews
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Back in the nineties this book was half the size it is now. To people who aspire to create for a living, the revised hefty tome is probably the bible you need by your bedside. Every time I pick it up it gives me a buzz, because I feel the key to a new and exciting career is right here at my fingertips. So much info! The tips from established authors are like gold dust.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Invaluable guide, 17 Feb 2009
By Melanie Trevelyan "Melanie Trevelyan" (Brentwood essex) - See all my reviews
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This book is a compendium of information. It provided details of publishing houses, literary agents, magazines and also provides essays from well known names to help you achieve success. The listings are easy to navigate and relevant information is included so that those trying to place their work don't waste time contacting people who don't deal with their line of work. I have used this book practically when trying to place work and it has helped me to match my work with the right people. A must buy.
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