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The Edge You Need to Get PublishedThis is the ultimate writer's and illustrator's reference to who's who in the children's publishing industry. At your fingertips are the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail and Web addresses of hundreds of the top publishers, editors, and agents in this ultracompetitive arena. Plus, you'll find interviews and articles from industry insiders who reveal the secrets to big-time success. Included are:
·More than 400 book and magazine publishers who tell you exactly what they want
·Over 800 children's editors and art directors who will buy your work
·The best children's book agents and artist representatives, and how to make them work for you
·Contests, conferences, organizations, periodicals, Web sites, and workshops
·And so much more!
Inside is everything you need to get past the slush piles and into the hands of the real players in the children's publishing arena, including guidance, resources, and inspiration that will make the process of being published smooth and swift. With this book and your talent, you hold the keys to getting published.
"For anyone hoping to break into children's publishing, here's a great place to start."—David A. Adler, author of more than 150 books, including the Cam Jansen mysteries, the Picture Book Biography series, and the Andy Russell books
"At last! The book I needed when I first started writing. The time and effort this book saves will give you the time to write another book."—Marvin Terban, author of 25 children's books with over 1.5 million copies sold
Synopsis
Here is the ultimate writers and illustrators reference to hundreds of publishers, editors, and agents in the world of childrens publishing. Inside is an up-to-date collection of names, addresses, phone numbers, e-mail addresses, and Web sites for the best of the best in the industry, plus all the critical basics you need to uncover the most promising publishing opportunities. Youll also find interviews and articles from insiders who reveal the secrets to big-time success in this ultracompetitive arena. Included are listings for more than:
• 250 book and magazine publishers and exactly what they want
• 500 childrens book editors who will buy your work
• 100 childrens book agents and artist reps and how to make them work for you
• 100 contests and awards to help you break into the business
• 100 of the best conferences and workshops
At your fingertips is everything you need to get past the slush piles and into the hands of the real players of the childrens publishing market, including guidance, resources, and inspiration that will make the process smooth and swift. With this book and your talent, you hold the keys to being published.
About the Author
Ellen R. Shapiro has seen all sides of the publishing industry—from marketing manager to senior editor at major New York publishing houses to freelance travel writer and author of several books, including New Your City with Kids. In addition, she is a professional photographer and an avid collector of children's books. She lives in New York City.
Table of Contents
ContentsAcknowledgments
Part 1: How to Get Published
Introduction: Publishing Secrets of the Pros Ellen R. Shapiro
Selling Your WorkFrom Author to Editor—Writing Cover Letters, Query Letters, and Proposals That Work Linda Arms WhiteBefore Submitting, Apply This Final Checklist to Your Work Laura BackesWhy Authors Need to Know the Market Laura BackesResearching the Market Laura BackesHunting Readers in a Bunny-Eat-Bunny World Susan Salzman Raab
The Craft of WritingSpeak Easy: Developing Realistic Dialogue Mary AndersonCharacters Give Fiction a Firm Foundation Laura BackesAnimals: Handle with Care Alexander SteeleThe Difference Between Middle Grade and Young Adult Laura BackesThe Honorable Art of Revision Deborah Perlberg
Being a Successful ArtistPortfolio: Your Magic Book David NilesShowing My Portfolio in NYC Phyllis Pollema-CahillGetting a Rep David Niles
Legal IssuesPublishing Contracts: Special Cases You Need to Know About Lloyd L. Rich
New MediaElectronic Publishing—E-Books for Children? Moira Allen
Part 2: Directory of Publishers and Editors
About the Directory of Publishers and Editors Ellen R. ShapiroSection One: Book PublishersSection Two: Children's Magazine Publishers
Part 3: Literary Agents and Artist Representatives
About the Directory of Literary Agents and Artist Representatives Ellen R ShapiroSection One: A Roundtable Discussion on Agents and Art Reps Hosted by Ellen R ShapiroSection Two: Directory of Literary Agents and Artist Reps
Appendix I: Internet Research and ResourcesAppendix II: Conferences, Workshops, and ProgramsAppendix III: Awards & ContestsAppendix IV: OrganizationsAppendix V: Books & PeriodicalsAppendix VI: Other Useful Resources (Artist Directories, General Resources)Appendix VII: Glossary of TermsIndex