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• The Design of Books

  An Explainer for Authors, Editors, Agents, and Other Curious Readers

  Berne, Debbie

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  This title illuminates all that goes into producing and designing a book. A must for authors, editors, designers, and curious readers. (Publishers Weekly)

• Writing That Gets Noticed

  Find Your Voice, Become a Better Storyteller, Get Published

  Erasmus, Estelle

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  Journalist Erasmus debuts with a competent primer on how to write eye-catching essays and articles. Primarily addressing amateur writers, Erasmus breaks down the writing and publication process, describing how to generate story ideas, pitch them,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Business of Being a Writer

  Friedman, Jane, 1976-

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  "... those who want to make a living from their writing must understand the basic business principles underlying the industry. The Business of Being a Writer offers the business education writers need but so rarely receive."

• How to Publish an Ebook: Resources for Authors

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  This regularly updated website includes information on how to publish an ebook, choosing ebook retailers and distributors, advertising and marketing, and more.

• Pitch Craft

  the Writer's Guide to Getting Agented, Published, and Paid

  Goode, L. (Laura), 1983-

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  A practical, step-by-step guide to making a living as a writer that reveals the secrets of successful pitches, the best ways to connect with editors and agents, a slew of business and negotiation tips, and more from a Stanford writing teacher,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Take It From Me

  An Agent's Guide to Building a Nonfiction Writing Career From Scratch

  Habib, Alia Hanna, 1977-

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  Habib lifts the curtain on how agents decide what books to represent and how editors choose titles to acquire, as well as offering detailed explanations on everything from author advances to what to expect as publication day nears. For aspiring…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Get Signed

  Find An Agent, Land a Book Deal, and Become a Published Author

  Halpern, Lucinda

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  A step-by-step guide from a New York literary agent that will show you how to create a winning concept, craft an irresistible pitch, and land your dream book deal. (Publisher description)

• Jeff Herman's Guide to Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents

  Who They Are, What They Want, How to Win Them Over

  Herman, Jeff, 1958-

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  Comprehensive index lists dozens of subjects and categories to help you find the perfect publisher or agent. (Publisher description)

• The Poets & Writers Complete Guide to Being a Writer

  Everything You Need to Know About Craft, Inspiration, Agents, Editors, Publishing and the Business of Building a Sustainable Writing Career

  Larimer, Kevin

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  Larimer and Gannon, editors of Poets & Writers Magazine, provide insider information on pitch letters, tracking submissions, marketing in a digital world, and many more tools for building a sustainable career as a writer. (Publisher description)

• Write Fearless. Edit Smart. Get Published

  a Master Class for Fiction Writers

  Mangum, Lisa

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  [Magnum has] collected the best of her writing and editing tips in this helpful book that covers the entire writing and querying process, from nurturing a story idea all the way to submitting a polished manuscript. (Publisher description)

• Before and After the Book Deal

  a Writer's Guide to Finishing, Publishing, Promoting and Surviving Your First Book

  Maum, Courtney, 1978-

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  This witty, quirky guide to writing books as a profession, from novelist Maum, manages to be both funny and informative. Maum's book should prove invaluable to new writers seeking advice and support in navigating their first publication. (Publishers…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Write Through It

  An Insider's Guide to Publishing and the Creative Life

  McKean, Kate (Literary agent)

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  Discover what every new and aspiring author needs to know about the publishing industry and how to navigate all the complicated feelings that come with writing a book in this no-nonsense guide from literary agent, author, and creator of the popular…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Happy Writer

  Get More Ideas, Write More Words, and Find More Joy From First Draft to Publication and Beyond

  Meyer, Marissa

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  Applicable to writers in all genres and disciplines - from screenwriters to novelists, journalists to picture book authors, aspiring to many-times published - The Happy Writer is a heartfelt and optimistic guide that will show you the way to a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Breaking Into TV Writing

  How to Get Your First Job, Build Your Network, and Claw Your Way Inside the Writers' Room

  Schettini, Anton

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  TV and film screenwriter and producer Schettini ... offers a helpful guide to becoming a television writer. In seven parts, the book covers everything from landing the first job to writing a script. (Library Journal)

• The Book Bible

  How to Sell Your Manuscript - No Matter What Genre - Without Going Broke or Insane

  Shapiro, Susan

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  Shapiro offers a soup-to-nuts survey of how to get published in this accessible assemblage of publishing principles. ... Shapiro succeeds in dishing out hard-earned wisdom with plenty of verve. Would-be authors, take note. (Publishers Weekly)

• How to Submit

  Getting Your Writing Published With Literary Magazines and Small Presses

  Sweeney, Dennis James,

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  How to Submit is the essential guide to publishing your writing with literary magazines and small presses. (publisher description)

• How to Promote Your Book

  a Practical Guide to Publicizing Your Own Title

  Yager, Jan, 1948-

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  Former book publicist Yager distills her years of experience in publicity - and the many lessons she's learned while promoting over 50 books of her own - into well-organized sections on the basics of book publicity, both pre- and post-publication.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Creative Writing

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  Find advice and inspiration for your writing with this list of of books about the craft of writing created by librarians at The Seattle Public Library. (February 2026)