The Writer's Handbook 2007
- ISBN-10
- 1405049375
- ISBN-13
- 9781405049375
- Category
- Authorship
- Pages
- 821
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2006
- Publisher
- Macmillan Pub Limited
- Author
- Barry Turner
Description
Completely revised and updated with newly commissioned articles, the 20th anniversary edition of The Writer's Handbook is an indispensible companion for everyone in the writing profession. Containing over 6,000 entries covering every area of writing, with provocative articles and useful advice from leading representatives of the trade, this practical, straightforward guide provides full details on the core markets. In addition to the key areas of UK and US book publishers, agents, magazines, screenwriting, theater and poetry, writer's courses and circles, festivals, and grants and prizes, the guide also offers invaluable expert advice on contracts, copyright, and taxation.
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