- Paperback: 832 pages
- Publisher: Macmillan; 22nd Rev edition (25 July 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0230573231
- ISBN-13: 978-0230573239
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.7 x 4.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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- #17 in Books > Reference > Directories > Writing & Publishing
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"'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"
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This is the an essential reference tool for everyone in the writing industry. With a brand new look and layout, the 22nd edition of this established title is edited by a well known and respected author with extensive experience in the publishing, writing and broadcasting industries. Feature new for 2008 is that it includes: free online access to the companion website and FAQs, a fully searchable directory, and a wealth of information for writers.It is completely revised and updated annually with newly commissioned articles from experts in the industry. It is rigorously checked and well known for its high level of accuracy.Described by "The Times" as 'the book no writer should be without', the new edition of "The Writer's Handbook" is the definitive guide for everyone in the writing profession. It also includes free online access to "The Writer's Handbook" website offering its comprehensive directory and even more resources and advice for writers.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
I have used both The Writer's Handbook AND Writers' and Artists' Yearbook for 15 years and have used them to sell 7 books including British editions of US titles I've written. Which one is better? It depends on the year. In fact, in the 1990s, The Writer's Handbook was the first to make detailed listings of book editors, the key to getting your query letter or proposal read. The Writers' & Artists' Yearbook, however, fought back and greatly improved the detail of its listings, surpassing The Writer's Handbook for a year or two. Now it's a see-saw battle to provide ever more information and keep up to date: The writer is the beneficiary of this competition. For my money, buying both books is worthwhile, just to compare the listings and to get the fullest picture. You only have one chance per idea with a publishing house. Once an editor turns down your idea, you can't resubmit, so you want to make your best shot the first time.
-- Erich Hoyt (author, The Earth Dwellers, Creatures of the Deep, Insect Lives, Orca: The Whale Called Killer, and other books)
-- Erich Hoyt (author, The Earth Dwellers, Creatures of the Deep, Insect Lives, Orca: The Whale Called Killer, and other books)
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
I bought the 2001 version when I was a student and purchased this one because I wanted to get back into writing again. It has definately improved with age and still contains every contact an aspiring writing could ever need. There's a very in-depth article in this addition on the UK tax implications for the writer which I found interesting (perhaps, that says more about the reviewer than the book!).
Would highly recommend and best to read with a notepad, pen and highlighter handy.
Would highly recommend and best to read with a notepad, pen and highlighter handy.
First class publication. A must for all those aspiring writers who don't know what to do next to get something published. Names, addresses and submission details. Now it's down to me.
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a valuable resource tool
Apart from the fact that this book would make an excellent doorstop because of its size and weight, it's an excellent resource tool for any writer (like myself) who's tired of... Read more
Published on 25 May 2009 by Philip Fletcher
the writers handbook
The Writers Handbook is an invaluable tool to all authors as it is crammed full of useful informatin.
Wilma Davidson
Wilma Davidson
Published on 16 May 2009 by Ms. Wilma J. Davidson
Everything a new writer needs
This is an excellent reference work for all writers and certainly for new or aspiring writers. For my money, its slightly better than the Writers and Artists Yearbook. Read more
Published on 15 April 2009 by Stephen Mcdaniel
Compulsory?
Apart from listing publishing companies in the UK and abroad, including how they prefer to be approached with manuscripts,there are many, many pages of essential advice.
Published on 8 April 2009 by Mr. M. Howe
Necessary item to get you started
Great book with realms of straigt forward info - could do with a glossary of terms though for the 'not so up to date with the lingo' person. otherwise a must have
Published on 7 Jan 2009 by R. Herron
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