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The business of being a writer / Jane Friedman.

Summary:

Writers talk about their work in many ways: as an art, as a calling, as a lifestyle. Too often missing from these conversations is the fact that writing is also a business. The reality is, those who want to make a full- or part-time job out of writing are going to have a more positive and productive career if they understand the basic business principles underlying the industry. The Business of Being a Writer Jane Friedman has more than twenty years of experience in the publishing industry, with an emphasis on digital media strategy for authors and publishers. She is encouraging without sugarcoating, blending years of research with practical advice that will help writers market themselves and maximize their writing-related income. It will leave them empowered, confident, and ready to turn their craft into a career.

Record details

ISBN: 022639316X
ISBN: 9780226393162
Physical Description: 313 pages ; 23 cm.
Edition: Paperback edition.
Publisher: Chicago. The University of Chicago Press, 2018.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Can you make a living as a writer? -- The art of career building -- Generating leads, gaining exposure -- Pursuing an MFA or other graduate degree -- Trade book publishing -- Magazine publishing -- Online and digital media -- Literary publishing in the Twenty-First Century -- Book publishing: figuring out where your book fits -- Understanding literary agents -- Researching agents and publishers -- Book queries and synopses -- The nonfiction book proposal -- Working with your publisher -- Self-publishing -- Publishing short stories, personal essays, or poetry -- Traditional freelance writing -- Online writing and blogging -- Author platform -- Your online presence: websites, social media, and more -- Turning attention into sales -- The basics of book launches -- Starting a freelance career -- Freelance editing and related services -- Teaching and online education -- Contests, prizes, grants, fellowships -- Crowdfunding and donations -- Memberships, subscriptions, and paywalls -- Advertising and affiliate income -- Pursuing a publishing career -- Corporate media careers.