The Literary Agent's Guide to Getting Published And Making Money from Your Writing

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Summary: Filled with insider knowledge!
Review: Bill Adler Jr has been in the publishing business for twenty years, and is willing to let neophyte authors in on the secrets he knows about getting published. Great stuff in this book, a real inside look at how to become successfully published (and then how to get publicity for your book, too!).

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Summary: Outwitting Yourself
Review: Nothing beats the joy of consuming something that tastes good and is good for you. In this case, it's great advice delivered in the same engaging voice that made "Outwitting Squirrels" such fun.

While I don't think there is one perfect book for aspiring writers to read (because you learn best when you read several books on a subject), I did find two things particularly nice about Bill Adler's take on book publishing: His amalgamation of perspectives as a writer, agent, publisher, packager; and, the format of the book, where extensive samples are woven into the chapters instead of held for an appendix. Why "Outwitting Yourself" for this review name? Because, it seems that we potential writers can find 101 reasons (a.k.a. excuses) for not getting on with our writing careers. But, with Adler's advice you will have the road map needed to find your way to a published book... Outwitting your excuses, thereby outwitting yourself. Have Fun and Best Wishes on your journey to publishing success. With Bill Adler's book of course!

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Summary: Entertaining and enlightening book with practical advice
Review: What I really like about this book is that it provides practical, real-world advice. The section of the book with remarks by actual editors is especially helpful. This is the single best book on how to get published that I've ever read. Bill Adler also has a fluid, entertaining writing style that's a pleasure to read.