Discover the Secrets to Getting Published. Writing a book? In the beginning stages of writing a book, most people start with a blank page and write their entire manuscript. According to author and acquisitions editor W. Terry Whalin, this approach is backwards. About 80% to 90% of nonfiction books are sold from a book proposal. This mysterious document called a proposal contains many elements that will never appear in a manuscript-yet these details are critical to publishing executives who make the decision about publishing or rejecting an author's project. In Book Proposals That Sell, Terry reveals 21 secrets to creating a book proposal that every author needs in order to create one that sells.

Jumpstart Your Publishing Dreams covers the essential skills for every writer to be published and uses the word "publish" in the broadest possible sense including books, online writing, and printed magazines. Each chapter includes a mixture of personal storytelling from the author combined with specific and practical advice for the beginning and experienced writer. Each chapter ends with a section for the reader to Dig Deeper (learn from other resources) and Awaken Your Dreams (apply the content to their own writing).

Jumpstart Your Publishing Dreams covers the essential skills for every writer to be published and uses the word "publish" in the broadest possible sense including books, online writing and printed magazine. Each chapter includes a mixture of personal storytelling from the author combined with specific and practical advice for the beginning and experienced writer. Each chapter ends with a section for the reader to Dig Deeper (learn from other resources) and Awaken Your Dreams (apply the content to their own writing).

10 Publishing Myths offers authors the chance to succeed in the publishing world by giving them practical tools they can use to succeed and dodge the myths of the industry. The publishing world is filled with misconceptions and myths. Therefore, it is terrific for authors to have big ambitions as their book is being published, but, it is also important to be realistic and understand the world of publishing. W. Terry Whalin has worked with hundreds of authors and published a number of bestsellers, and he knows that it is important to focus on creating a good book and not realistic about the business aspects. Within 10 Publishing Myths, Terry focuses on giving authors a realistic picture of the book world then detailing practical steps they can take to succeed. Inside 10 Publishing Myths, authors learn the actions they can take to succeed, they get a step-by-step guide for practical results, and so much more!

Do you dream of being a Published Author?
In today's competitive marketplace, to get published, you need three elements. First, you need the insider knowledge about how book editors, magazine editors and literary agents work. If you don't understand their needs, then you will never be able to meet their expectations. Second, you need the skills to provide these publishing professionals with what they need. Finally, you need to bring strong storytelling to your writing. These pages provide step-by-step guidance on each of these necessary essentials from a seasoned professional with more than 20 years in publishing as an editor, author, and marketer.