- Hardcover: 257 pages
- Publisher: Jonathan David Publishers (1995)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 076071150X
- ISBN-13: 978-0760711507
- Product Dimensions: 14.5 x 14 x 2.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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Format:Hardcover
An amazing book for any aspiring authors of either nonfiction or fiction, and definitely one that I will continue to look to for guidance. Definitely a "must have"!
Format:Hardcover
Not only does John McCollister's book Writing For Dollars
offer steadfast and practical advice to the author looking
for the appropriate market, but it also details every aspect
of writing as a profession in an inspiring, concise format.
Writing For Dollars is the best book of its type on the
market today, by an author who has the credentials and
personality for being a true leader in the field of writing.
~~ Marguerite R. Davenport
offer steadfast and practical advice to the author looking
for the appropriate market, but it also details every aspect
of writing as a profession in an inspiring, concise format.
Writing For Dollars is the best book of its type on the
market today, by an author who has the credentials and
personality for being a true leader in the field of writing.
~~ Marguerite R. Davenport
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Amazon.com:
6 reviews
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Good Advice
8 Nov 2003
Format:Hardcover
John McCollister gives his readers the inside scoop on how to land work as a free-lance writer. He makes it easy by itemizing his recommendations. Some of the steps are easier to take than others, but that is understandable.
In addition to the practicality of selling one's work, he offers tips on the writing profession itself separately. One of the best words of advice in this section is to write everyday. Persist! Hone your skill by working it.
Some of the sound advice he offers for marketing your work includes such things as consider including photos for your story. Also, in your cover letter, demonstrate how your story meets the criteria established by the publisher. Sell yourself and your work.
As a Christian he talks about coupling his work with an awareness of God's involvement in the process. He writes, "Those among us who have strong religious beliefs often use creative writing as an outlet for our faith."
A recurring theme is stick to it. Don't give up. Expect rejection. Keep on writing and marketing your work. Sell. Keep at it. This is good advice.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
A must-read for all aspiring writers!
3 Jan 1997
Format:Hardcover
Not only does John McCollister's book Writing For Dollars
offer steadfast and practical advice to the author looking
for the appropriate market, but it also details every aspect
of writing as a profession in an inspiring, concise format.
Writing For Dollars is the best book of its type on the
market today, by an author who has the credentials and
personality for being a true leader in the field of writing.
~~ Marguerite R. Davenport
offer steadfast and practical advice to the author looking
for the appropriate market, but it also details every aspect
of writing as a profession in an inspiring, concise format.
Writing For Dollars is the best book of its type on the
market today, by an author who has the credentials and
personality for being a true leader in the field of writing.
~~ Marguerite R. Davenport
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Just about covers everything
17 Nov 2004
Format:Hardcover
John covers every facet of writing in his 75 tips. He covers fiction and non-fiction, screenplays, movie scripts and just about every type of writing. He gives practical, sound advice for the ameteur and pro alike.
Very practical, down-to-earth book. A review isn't enough to describe how good this book is. You have to read it to see for yourself.
Very practical, down-to-earth book. A review isn't enough to describe how good this book is. You have to read it to see for yourself.
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