Thinking Like Your Editor: How to Write Great Serious Nonfiction--and Get It Published

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Summary: Excellent Help for Nonfiction Writers
Review: This is one of the few books on writing nonfiction that has actually been useful. While it is geared toward nonfiction, the ideas presented are valuable for any genre. Because it is written by a former editor turned agent, the advice about what it takes to impress an editor in the nonfiction world should be taken seriously. This is a good book for anyone who knows how to produce grammatically correct writing, and is ready to move into what it takes to impress an editor with what you can offer. This book explains to potential authors what writing style, book proposal format, and other necessities are required for publication in a highly competitive market.