9/9 - How to Publish Like a Pro with Donna J. Erickson

How to Publish Like a Pro with Donna J.Erickson

Donna will present an overview of the changing industry of literary publishing and whattoday's author needs to know.

The differences between traditional/self-publishing/alternative publishingand which is right for you1) -How to avoid getting ripped off, signing contracts, what to look for in a publisher and literary agent2)How to writean effectivequery letter and book proposal -What to include and what to leave out
3) What you need to know about printing, editing, formatting, distribution, marketing, copyright, ISBN, and more -Offset vs. digital printing, Print On Demand (POD), Perfect binding, etc. -Differences between Basic, Extensive, and Developmental Editing, why you need a proofreader after editing, online bookstores vs. "brick and mortar"booksellers, how to create a "buzz" before you publish, etc.Bio: Donna J.Erickson has been involved in the writing/editing/publishing industry for 24 years. She is the author of No-Hassle Publishing: An Author's Guide to Today's Changing Industry, isthe editor of seven published books, and is listed in the Marquis Who's Who in America, 2010 and Who's Who in the World, 2010. Visit her website at http://www.aflairforwriting.com.