The African American Writer's Handbook: How to Get in Print and Stay in Print by

Description: The African American Writer's Handbook by Robert Fleming Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description A veteran journalist and published author presents a complete guide for succeeding in book publishing, with tips on submitting proposals and manuscripts, searching for an agent, marketing, knowing ones legal rights, and much more. An analysis of current trends and forecasts is included. Publisher Description With African Americans writing and buying books in record numbers, the time is ripe for a comprehensive publishing guide tailored expressly to the needs of this vibrant, creative community. The African American Writers Handbook meets this challenge perfectly. Written by veteran journalist and published author Robert Fleming, this book gives writers the heart, the determination, and above all the crucial information to publish successfully in this highly competitive field. Knowing the inner workings of the publishing industry provides any writer, novice or veteran, with a much needed advantage in the quest to get into print. Inside youll find- A complete, step-by-step guide to every aspect of the publishing process, from the germination of a winning idea to the nuts and bolts of book production- Tips on submitting proposals, query letters, and preparing manuscripts for submission- Advice on negotiating contracts that extend careers- How to use on-line resources for research and profit- Interviews with top editors, agents, publishing executives, and bookstore owners- Updated information on copyrights, subsidiary rights, sales and marketing- The trials and triumphs of self-publishing- The art of promoting your work and yourself to a wider audience- An insiders look at the economic realities of the book business- And much more!Here, too, are scores of inspiring interviews and capsule biographies of leading African American writers both past and present. How did Richard Wright become Americas first bestselling black writer? How did Zora Neale Hurston break through the artistic boundaries of the Harlem Renaissance long after her death? What was Toni Cade Bambara doing before she sold her first book? Why should Ann Petry, William Gardner Smith, Nella Larson, and William Melvin Kelley be revered wherever African American literature is read? Blending practical information and fascinating anecdotes with a mini literary history of African American writing, this upbeat, savvy, essential guide is a publishing primer with soul. Author Biography Robert Fleming has written forEssence,Black Enterprise,The Source, andthe New York Times, among others. A former award-winning reporter for theNew York Daily News, he is the author ofThe African American Writers HandbookandThe Wisdom of the Elders. His work was featured inBrown Sugarand he was the editor ofAfter Hours. Details ISBN 0345423275 ISBN-13 9780345423276 Title The African American Writer's Handbook Author Robert Fleming Format Paperback Year 2000 Pages 352 Edition 1st Publisher Random House USA Inc GE_Item_ID:7156290; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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