Publishing Definitions Common Publishing Terms Made Simple Wisdom In Writing Series

When you set out to become an author, did you ever expect the "getting published" part to be so confusing? Writing a book can seem hard enough; now that you're done, why does talking to publishers make you feel like you don't speak the same English they do? This book will be your handy reference guide to publishing terminology-your dictionary of the language of the publishing industry, written by native speakers who are themselves fluent in it. With succinct explanations of terms and where they all fit in the process of publication, publishers Andy and Cathy Sanders have constructed a glossary for the author-you! Not only will this book help you understand the lingo, it will clarify much of the process you are about to undertake. Written by professional publishers, for authors, this book is your trusty companion on the road to seeing your own book in print.