Series: Writers' and Artists'

“This book is an excellent place to start. I love it and hope your copy becomes as dog-eared with overuse as many of my old ones did.” — David Cohen This bestselling Writers' & Artists' Yearbook contains a wealth of information on all aspects of writing and becoming a published author, plus a comprehensive directory of media contacts. Packed with...

‘What is your best investment? Buying a copy of the Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook.’ Kimberley Chambers This bestselling Writers' & Artists' Yearbook contains a wealth of information on all aspects of writing and becoming a published author, plus a comprehensive directory of media contacts. Packed with practical tips, it includes expert advice from renowned authors and industry insiders on: Submitting...

When it comes to creating children’s and YA fiction, there is often a focus on how to start and write until you reach an ending. But what happens when you have a finished manuscript of hundreds of pages? How do you transform your rough draft into a publishable one? Expert author, editor, mentor, and lecturer Sara Grant provides the answer...

The Writers' & Artists' Guide to Getting Published provides aspiring authors with expert knowledge on securing a book deal—from preparing a manuscript for submission to finding an agent, working with an editor, and effective self-promotion. It covers all stages of 'selling' your idea and manuscript and offers up-to-date information on how the publishing industry functions, helping authors navigate its mysteries...

A writer will change and grow many times in their writing life. This Journal Workbook aims to champion this journey. It answers those tricky questions writers long to ask, shares secret practices to inspire their writing confidence, and frees their unique gifts from common obstacles and writing worries. In this Journal Workbook, you will discover surprising new techniques from acting,...

The W&A Guide to How to Hook an Agent is the definitive guide to putting together a manuscript submission and attracting the attention of a literary agent. Structured around a series of real-life questions raised at Writers’ & Artists’ successful ‘How to Hook an Agent’ events, this lively and accessible Q&A guide provides everything an unpublished writer needs to know...