- Paperback: 832 pages
- Publisher: Macmillan Reference; Rev Ed edition (3 Aug 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0230016375
- ISBN-13: 978-0230016378
- Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 14.8 x 4.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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'This is the book no writer should be without' --The Times
'The Writer's Handbook' is an essential directory for new and established writers alike' --Mary Clemmey, Literary Agent
'A wise and witty book, packed with useful information' --The Society of Authors
'The Writer's Handbook' is an essential directory for new and established writers alike' --Mary Clemmey, Literary Agent
'A wise and witty book, packed with useful information' --The Society of Authors
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The essential guide for all writers, journalists, publishers, editors, agents, screenwriters and broadcasters
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145 of 145 people found the following review helpful
There are two books on the market which are widely touted as 'must-haves' for any writer looking to get into publication. One is this book, "The Writer's Handbook" (TWH), published by Macmillan. Its rival, the "Writers' and Artists' Yearbook" (W&AY), is published by A&C Black. Both contain roughly the same extensive listings of publishers, agents, print media, TV/radio producers, festivals, writing courses etc. You only really need one of them - but which one?
In truth there's little to choose between them. Much will come down to personal preference regarding the layout of the two books, and so if you can get the chance to compare them before you buy, all the better. However, to me the W&AY appears the more polished product, with a clearer table of contents and a more easily navigable structure.
What the TWH really lacks compared to the W&AY is the latter's many detailed and informative articles written by publishers, agents and successful writers (J.K. Rowling, Terry Pratchett, Bernard Cornwell, Joanna Trollope, to name a few). The W&AY has about 170 pages' worth of these in total (100 on books alone), discussing different genres and aspects of the writing process, as well as covering diverse issues such as self-publishing, marketing, writing for TV, radio and theatre, and e-publishing. TWH, by comparison, has only about 30 pages of such articles. This in my opinion sets the W&AY apart and makes it far more than simply a listings book - it is, in effect, an introduction to the entire world of writing.
This is not to say that there is anything particularly wrong with TWH - it is perfectly adequate for what it is. To be certain, buyers interested mainly in the listings (perhaps those already looking for an agent or publisher) will not be disappointed. All in all, however, my recommendation has to go to the "Writer's & Artist's Yearbook", for the added value of the sheer wealth of information and advice it contains.
In truth there's little to choose between them. Much will come down to personal preference regarding the layout of the two books, and so if you can get the chance to compare them before you buy, all the better. However, to me the W&AY appears the more polished product, with a clearer table of contents and a more easily navigable structure.
What the TWH really lacks compared to the W&AY is the latter's many detailed and informative articles written by publishers, agents and successful writers (J.K. Rowling, Terry Pratchett, Bernard Cornwell, Joanna Trollope, to name a few). The W&AY has about 170 pages' worth of these in total (100 on books alone), discussing different genres and aspects of the writing process, as well as covering diverse issues such as self-publishing, marketing, writing for TV, radio and theatre, and e-publishing. TWH, by comparison, has only about 30 pages of such articles. This in my opinion sets the W&AY apart and makes it far more than simply a listings book - it is, in effect, an introduction to the entire world of writing.
This is not to say that there is anything particularly wrong with TWH - it is perfectly adequate for what it is. To be certain, buyers interested mainly in the listings (perhaps those already looking for an agent or publisher) will not be disappointed. All in all, however, my recommendation has to go to the "Writer's & Artist's Yearbook", for the added value of the sheer wealth of information and advice it contains.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
I ordered an out of date version of this book as I thought that though the items inside would be out of date by a couple of years, the general information I required won't have changed much, there is a wealth of information in it, thank you.
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6 of 10 people found the following review helpful
The (European) Writer's Handbook 2008
4 May 2008
I am disappointed with this book. I found the first chapter's guidance useful to the new writer, but found the bulk of information not specific to the American market. Many of the leads to publishers and literary agencies are based in the U.K. or Europe. What little there was covering the U.S. side of the pond was either lacking or not all inclusive. In fact, several of the potential leads of significant U.S. Publishers that I discovered on my own were in fact not cited in the Writer's Handbook 2008. Liberal Author's might like this book to feel like they are part of a greater society of literary writers, with it's plethora of European contacts that they can call upon and wait. However, for my hard earned money, I prefer the Chicago Manual of Style.
1 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Wrong book ... I asked f or a 2009 and got a 2008 version.
7 May 2009
It's very simple ... there is a 2009 Writer's Guide shown and I got a 2008 instead .... I want the 2009 edition .... PLEASE!!
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