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Writing Successful Selfhelp And Howto Books (Wiley Books For Writers)
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If You Follow Only A Third Of Jean'S Advice, You'Ll Have A Successful Book. Jeremy Tarcher, Publisher Jeremy P. Tarcher, Inc.After Jean Reworked My First Draft, Paperback Rights Sold For $137,000. Timmen Cermak, M.D., Author Of A Time To Heal: The Road To Recovery For Adult Children Of Alcoholicsmastering The Craft And Understanding The Mechanics Of Writing Selfhelp And Howto Books Is The Key To Getting Publishers To Take Notice Of Your Work. Now, In The First Guide To Writing Selfhelp And Howto Books, Jean Stine Offers An Insider'S View Of This Growing Genre. Her Easytofollow Program Takes You Stepbystep Through The Complete Writing Process. You'Ll Learn The Importance Of:* Structure And Style* Clear, Easytounderstand Exercises* Creating Catchy And Compelling Titles, Subtitles, And Chapter Headings* Using Lists, Charts, And Graphs To Maximum Effect* Checklists And Other Interactive Elements* Writing A Proposal That Sells* Negotiating Permissions For Quotations, Photos, And Illustrations* Preparing Your Manuscript For Presentation To A Publisher
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Writing Successful Self-Help and How-To Books'? A: The book focuses on teaching writers the craft and mechanics of creating successful self-help and how-to books, providing step-by-step guidance through the writing process.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Jean Marie Stine, who offers insights and strategies based on her experience in the publishing industry.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about structure and style, compelling titles, effective use of visuals, writing proposals, and preparing manuscripts for publishers.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in writing? A: Yes, this book is designed for both beginners and experienced writers looking to enhance their skills in the self-help and how-to genres.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on February 1, 1997.
- Q: How many pages does 'Writing Successful Self-Help and How-To Books' have? A: The book contains 208 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: Are there exercises or interactive elements in the book? A: Yes, the book includes clear exercises, checklists, and interactive elements to help reinforce learning.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the category of Literature & Fiction, specifically focusing on writing and publishing.
- Q: Can this book help with negotiating publishing rights? A: Yes, it provides guidance on negotiating permissions for quotations, photos, and illustrations, which is crucial for publishing.