The ASJA Guide to Freelance Writing: A Professional Guide to the Business, for Nonfiction Writers of All Experience Levels Review

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(More customer reviews)One glance at a bookstore will confirm there's a plethora of how-to books relating to every aspect of writing, but there's only a handful of authoritative books which address the critical issues of writing as a business.
The ASJA Guide to Freelance Writing: A Professional Guide to the Business, for Nonfiction Writers of All Experience Levels is one of them. Produced by the American Society of Journalists and Authors, the book features 26 chapters from 26 ASJA members ~ all seasoned, working writers and experts in their fields.
 
The guide presents a great variety of opinions on a wide range of topics of value to freelance writers, including establishing a freelance business, self promotion, research tools, writing for the Web, contracts, taxes and deductions, and working with editors and agents.
Each chapter contains the latest information, relevant anecdotes from the contributor's life and straight-forward advice on how to succeed in business as a writer. The ASJA Guide to Freelance Writing comprises the following chapters:
* Freelance Writing Today ~ and Tomorrow by Jim Morrison
* Planning a Writing Business by Erik Sherman
* The Writer's Office and Tools by Samuel Greengard
* The Mystery of Ideas by Jack El-Hai
* Seven Secrets of a Successful Magazine Query by Lisa Collier Cool
* How to Sell a Book by Sherry Suib Cohen
* Writing for the Web by Lisa Iannucci
* Why Literary Agents Need You More Than Ever ~ And How to Get the Agent You Need by Michael Larsen, AAR
* Research: Finding the Right Stuff by Minda Zetlin and Steve Weinberg
* How to Find Experts by Estelle Sobell
* Writer-Editor Relations by Megan McMorris
* Collaborations: The Pleasures and Perils of Shared Bylines by Sarah Wernick
* The Serendipity of Specialization by Claire Walter
* Self Publishing: Alternatives for Getting Books into Print by Marilyn and Tom Ross
* Networking by Sandra E. Lamb
* This Pen for Hire: Leveraging Your Skills by Anita Bartholomew
* Op-Eds and Essays: Leveraging Your Knowledge by Larry Atkins
* Reprints, Re-Slants, and Other Ways to Resell Your Work by Kelly James-Enger
* Making Pictures by Barbara DeMarco-Barrett
* Employing a Writing Assistant by Lester A. Picker
* Contracts: Protecting Your Writers' Rights by Richard A. Marini
* Creating Brand You : Promoting Yourself and Your Work by Jennifer Pirtle
* Writers and the Law by Sallie Randolph and Timothy Perrin
* Taxes and Deductions by Julian Block
* Forays and Fiction by Kathryn Lance
* Moving to Full-Time Freelancing: It's Not a Leap by Robert Bittner
* Appendix: Tips from the Pros
 
As you can see, this anthology turned reference book covers a lot of territory and addresses all of the major business issues facing professional writers today. Most notable are chapters, 'Research: Finding the Right Stuff' and 'How to Find Experts' which offer helpful hints and online links for researching and tracking down experts. I also particularly enjoyed the chapters on contracts, working with agents and self-promotion as a 'brand'.
That's the wonderful thing about The ASJA Guide to Freelance Writing ~ it addresses such a wide range of specialist areas that there's something in it for every writer working in any genre. And one of the surprise sections is the Appendix which features a variety of quick but insightful comments from other professional writers. They share their trade secrets, everything from techniques for improving their craft to increasing productivity and profitability.
While the bulk of the material is aimed at journalists and non-fiction writers (since these writers make up the bulk of ASJA's membership), much of the information and advice can be applied by all writers to improve their skills and their business. If you're serious about writing, read this book and have a pen handy.
 
-- Michael Meanwell, author of the critically-acclaimed 'The Enterprising Writer' and 'Writers on Writing'. For more book reviews and prescriptive articles for writers, visit www.enterprisingwriter.com

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RED HOT INTERNET PUBLICITY: An Insider's Guide to Promoting Your Book on the Internet Review

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(More customer reviews)Penny C. Sansevieri is a no nonsense thinker and writer. Beginning her career as an author ('Candlewood Lake', 'The Cliffhanger' etc) she faced the beast of competition in the publishing world, and instead of caving in, she took control, learned all the ins and outs of getting books published, and shared that hard won information and experience in such highly successful books as 'Get Published Today: An Insider's Guide to Publishing Success' and 'From Book to Bestseller: An Insider's Guide to Publicizing and Marketing Your Book!'. Now she has synthesized all of that information in this newest book that is the most complete guide to marketing books on the Internet available.
Sansevieri does not waste the reader's time with puffery or examples of her own successes. Instead she opts to jump right to the essentials, giving a nod to the importance of the Internet as a tool of communication and commerce. She doesn't merely suggest such valuable skills as creating a website for authors to attract attention, she carefully and very thoughtfully provides exact guidelines for squeezing the most benefits from the time involved in design, wording, linking, blogging, networking, virtual book events (and in the age when bookstores become less friendly as opportunities for authors to read and sell their books during spicy evenings, this is a unique concept) - all the techniques she has mined and understands thoroughly.
Sansivieri's book RED HOT INTERNET PUBLICITY contains more useful web resources, addresses of the best blog sites and web design and tool sites, and pieces of sound advice in this brief 200 pages than any on the market today. She is the epitome of a user-friendly teacher and expert and her writing contains not only valuable information and insights but wit to boot! For all authors in search of the keys to the value of Internet promotion, this excellent book will be an exceptional value. Grady Harp, June 07

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DISCOVER... 6 need-to-know rules of publicity for the Internet age The best way to design, write, and promote a website to sell your book 12 blockbuster techniques to use blogs for book publicity Proven "live promotion" techniques you can use to reach a worldwide audience, and much more.The Internet has changed the landscape of book publishing forever, which is why leading New York book publishers hire Penny Sansevieri to mentor their own publicity staff. It's also why these major publishers routinely recommend Penny to their authors as a top Internet publicist."Penny made one of her own books an Amazon bestseller for three months running. She's the inventor of the Virtual Book Tour(tm) and is a leading expert on using the Internet to promote books of all kinds. No ivory-tower theorist, she is a hands-on visionary with her feet on the ground and her eyes on the prize.

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How To Write Winning Non-Fiction: The Complete Writing and Publishing Handbook for Non-Fiction Authors Review

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(More customer reviews)Most of us fancy having a go at writing a book at some point in our lives, and most of us fail. With Suzan St. Maur's "How to write winning non-fiction" there are no excuses any more. Suzan takes us through every aspect of writing in a way that enables us to overcome all the hurdles and avoid the pitfalls. She motivates us as we go and even breaks down the most daunting aspects (such as getting the book published) into managable and achievable steps. Moreover, the book is a damn good read. Suzan engages the reader's attention from page one and using a range of entertaining and humourous anecdotes she illustrates every point in a way that makes it both memorable and amusing. Strongly recommended.

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A Non-Fiction Writing Coach in Your Pocket...Getting published is now easier than ever but the fundamental things that distinguish winning non-fiction from the pulp have never been more important. If you're serious about writing a high-quality non-fiction book, getting it published and making it commercially successful then this book treats you to a masterclass that covers all you need to know about creating, crafting, writing and pitching your next bestseller.When you read this book you will learn...1. What every non-fiction book needs to be successful2. How to get a good idea and how to turn it into a winning idea3. Why so many books get started but not finished4. How to plan your book so writing it is fast, painless and easy5. Alternative publishing options and when you should pursue them6. How to pitch your book to mainstream publishers7. What happens from proposal to acceptance, to contract and beyond8. How to devise a winning title for your non-fiction book9. The mechanics for writing a book and meeting your obligations10. When to get in outside help and how to find itUsing real-life pitches, proposals, reviewer feedback, extensive links and even an entire sample contract, Suzan delivers in straight, honest terms what you need to do to succeed.

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Sell More Books: Book Marketing and Publishing for Low Profile and Debut Authors Rethinking Book Publicity after the Digital Revolutions Review

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(More customer reviews)"Sell More Books!" is a great resource for authors. It is the type of book you will refer to again and again for new ideas...especially when you feel stuck in your book marketing efforts. I love the appendix, "200+ Ways that Low Profile Authors Can Market their Books" - that lists out tons of creative ideas for authors of all personalities.

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Can low-profile, not-yet-famous authors get published and sell lots of books? This book says "Yes!" and tells how. ''a comprehensive guide to marketing a book'[a] well-written, engaging resource that's loaded with specific tips'. Brimming with creative ideas, Sell More Books! should prove to be a low profile author's best friend." - ForeWord ReviewsWriters and publishers will find the latest insider tips on writing and publishing more marketable books. Learn up-to-date information on publishing options, social networking, and "tried and true" book marketing tactics.Includes hundreds of practical book-selling strategies for both traditionally and self-published authors. Learn which methods may work best for your books and your personality, and which methods might be a complete waste of time.Should all authors blog? Should all authors do Twitter? According to the authors, in some cases these strategies can produce results; for others, they will be a waste of time. This book provides the wisdom to help authors make wise choices.Chapters include:Write a Marketable BookWrite a Title and Subtitle That Attracts AudiencesAttract People with your CoverPublish through the Most Marketable ChannelGet Lots of Blurbs from All Kinds of PeopleOptimize Your Amazon and Barnes & Noble PagesBuild a Professional Online PresenceSubmit Your Book to ContestsCheck Your Attitudes toward MarketingUse Guiding Principles to Prioritize InitiativesSeek Early Reviews from Respected Book Review SourcesSeek Reviews and Endorsements from Busy BlogsSeek Reviews and Endorsements from Other PublicationsAttract Attention through Social MediaOptimize Digital SalesSell Your Book in Brick and Mortar Stores (Not Just Bookstores!)Help Reporters and Journalists with their ArticlesConsider Radio (Even if You're Shy!)Consider Speaking (Even if You're Shy!)John Kremer's Twelve Tips for Low-Profile AuthorsBulk Sales Beyond the Bookstore: An Interview with Brian JudConsider Press (News) ReleasesLow platform authors can win! Author J. Steve Miller didn't have a degree in music; neither was he a professional musician. Yet, he wrote a book on music that was published by a respected publisher and was translated into Dutch, German, Romanian, Russian and Spanish. He doesn't have a degree in education, yet his educational resources are used by schools and teachers in every state and over 30 countries.'Whether you're traditionally published or self-published, the author must do the promotion. This book provides solid guidance and is full of valuable tips." - Dan Poynter, best-selling author of over 125 books and revisions, recognized authority on book marketing, promoting and distributing, author of The Self-Publishing ManualSteve and Cherie Miller love to write, publish, and help fellow authors. Cherie serves as president of the Georgia Writers Association. Steve is president of Legacy Educational Resources. Contributors Brian Jud and John Kremer are two of the most highly respected names in book marketing.

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How to Make, Market and Sell Ebooks - All for FREE: Ebooksuccess4free Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently purchased Jason's e-book "How to Make, Market & Sell e-books", and wanted to share my thoughts. I have been researching the idea of creating and publishing my own sales & marketing books. I'm amazed that I ran across Jason's book... it was full of valuable information that will help any person who is interested in creating, publishing & marketing their own book.
Jason's book is easy to read, and has step by step directions regarding the creation and publishing of your own e-book. His book will literally save you thousands of dollars of potentially wasted time and costs incurred trying to self-publish your own material.
The book is full of easy to implement methods for creating websites, blogs, and includes easy methods to establish a network of potential readers/buyers!
If you are interested in writing & publishing your own books, I suggest you buy Jason's book first. It will certainly help you, and investment is very fair compared to the information he provides.
Thanks Jason & good luck to those of you interested in writing & publishing your own e-books!

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Have you written a book or are you writing one? Are you weighing options of what to do next? Then consider creating ebooks, because ebooks and the devices that read them are the fastest growing sectors in the publishing industry.Amazon has the Kindle, Barnes & Noble the Nook, Sony's got the Reader, Apple has the iPad, new tablets are emerging and Google Ebooks has been released. People even read on their cell phones. Ebook sales are soaring and will surpass paper book sales in the near future. New and established writers must make their books available as ebooks.The tips within will save you time, money and energy while putting you on the fast track to selling ebooks. You'll learn to:
Build and Maximize an Online Platform.
Use Social Media wisely with Facebook, Google Plus, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.
Create a Professional Blog Site.
Design effective Ebook Covers.
Format and Upload for Amazon, Smashwords, Barnes & Noble, Apple's iBookstore and other Retailers.
Convert your Documents to any Format (epub, mobi, pdf, lrf and others).
Create a Professional Website.
Utilize SEO (search engine optimization) to rise in Google-Yahoo-Bing rankings.
Sell ebooks with PayPal from your own Sites.
Use PR (public relations) to Drive Traffic to You.
and much more. Plus you're going to do all these things for free!
How to Make, Market and Sell Ebooks All for Free is packed with information, tutorials, over 200 links to sites and software that will help you accomplish these goals with retailers and at your own websites. The advice is simple enough for computer beginners and relevant to experts who could use extra guidance.If you want to make, market and sell ebooks and do it all for free, then this is a must read and the one source for everything it takes to succeed at this. First written in 2010, updated in September 2011.

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