ABSTRACT

This highly practical text is full of interesting tips and words of advice covering all stages in publishing including proposals, selection of authors, writing, editing, finding the right publisher, managing other authors, self discipline, marketing, and finance. "This is a 'how to do it' book for anyone considering writing a book. It helps inexperienced or frustrated authors realise where they may be going wrong. Learn how to write to be understood. Pick up tips from the authors of this book- who have all been in the writing and publishing business for a long time. Although, the book focuses on writing for health and social care, most of the information and guidance about getting published can be transferred to any kind of book or publication." - From the Preface.

chapter 1|12 pages

Why write a book?

chapter 2|12 pages

When and what to write

chapter 3|12 pages

In what capacity will you be writing?

chapter 4|12 pages

How to write a convincing book proposal

chapter 5|8 pages

Choosing a publisher

chapter 6|6 pages

Having a literary agent

chapter 7|12 pages

Writing the book

chapter 8|16 pages

Style

chapter 11|6 pages

Improving your writing technique