Published: March 19, 2010
Words: 18,258 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781452336060

Description

This plain-speaking, step-by-step book covers the various components involved in writing a novel, getting it published and marketing the finished product: what beginning authors don't know that they don't know. Written from experience by an author who started her career from scratch.

Tags

publishing, how to, writing a book, primer, beginning authors

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Reviews

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Review by: Fay Adams on Jan. 20, 2011 :
While the book wasn't much about plotting or character development, it was about what is becoming SO important in the current market - what happens after the final key stroke has been approved.

Yep. Marketing both the author and the book/series.

Great tool to keep by the keyboard to keep the faith when all is finally said and done.
(reviewed long after purchase)

Review by: Raven Master on May 24, 2010 :
Waste of time and money. Nothing new. Juvenile, vapid style - like something a bored housewife might write.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: anita clenney on April 19, 2010 : (no rating)
This was such a great book. Very informative but kept me entertained as well. I was laughing while I learned. Would highly recommend it, especially for new writers, but even more seasoned writers can find some great nuggets inside.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Amber Scott on April 01, 2010 :
You don't have to be a beginner to relate to, learn from and thoroughly enjoy this wonderful book! It will help you get through those tough times.
(reviewed the day of purchase)

Review by: vickibendau on April 01, 2010 :
A lighthearted and no-nonsense approach to a subject that nearly everyone contemplates at one time or another. Kris Tualla lives the been-there and still-doing-it, every day with butt in the chair and fingers on the keyboard life of the fiction writer. Neophytes would do well to heed her words.
(reviewed the day of purchase)

Review by: booklaurie on April 01, 2010 :
A great "where do I start and what do I do" introduction to writing novels! It feels like chatting with a friend who's extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about sharing what she's learned. Very easy to read, with lots of information worth noting at every stage of a beginning author's journey.
(reviewed the day of purchase)

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