How to Pitch to a Publisher

Getting published is more a combination of art and luck than it is science. There is no single magic formula that will absolutely guarantee you success; however there are plenty of strategies that will vastly increase your chances of getting published. That's the 'art' bit and that's what this book is about.'

So says Rachael Stock, publishing industry veteran and author of The Insider's Guide to Getting Your Book Published. This 'quick and dirty' guide is intended to give first time authors the market knowledge they often lack. As well as anecdotes from Rachael Stock's 12 year industry experience, it incorporates the opinions of dozens of other publishers, agents and editors.

Advice For Writers

The book is written in a chatty, readable style and includes advice on:
- the factors that influence publishers
- choosing a publisher or agent
- increasing the appeal of your book
- making the perfect pitch to get an editor's attention
- negotiating a good deal
- other publishing options

Writers' Questions Answered

Each chapter is divided into small sections which ask and answer most of the questions a new author would have. Each section contains case studies, insider's guides and golden rules which demystify the publishing process.

Although most of the examples are drawn from the UK market, any aspiring author will find the contents useful, if not indispensable. Stock gives realistic advice in a humorous manner and you'll know much more about the publishing industry when you've read it. This book is definitely worth a look.