Web Writer
Writing, editing and publishing help. This weblog links to useful resources on the Internet and on Weblogs to help writers.Archive for September 20, 2006
Deanna Hoak – Required reading
Deanna Hoak – Required reading
I discovered today that one of my posts–“Proofreading vs. Copyediting”–is required reading for a Michigan State University course on Professional Writing.
How to find reputable agents and publishers
Crime Fiction Dossier: How to find reputable agents and publishers
Post also links to a discussion on Lee Goldberg’s blog about legitimacy of various publishing operations.
Grumpy Old Bookman: Plugging your book
Grumpy Old Bookman: Plugging your book
If you have a book to plug, and you live in the UK — or even if you live elsewhere — one site to keep an eye on is the UK publishers publicity circle (PPC). This, as its name suggests, is a group of professional publicists who meet together (in real life, face to face) on a monthly basis and have a discussion based on input from editors of magazines and the like who might be interested in featuring books.
(post continues at the GOB link.)
Barcode service for authors
Publisher Services offers new service for small publishers / authors – 19 Sep 2006
Publisher Services, a division of Bar Code Graphics, Inc., US, has announced that it will provide small authors/publishers with the ability to quickly obtain single ISBN numbers and digital barcode files. The service is particularly suitable for individuals planning to self distribute and/or provide their books over the Internet, as it offers an affordable alternative to obtain the required single ISBN numbers and bar code artwork.
ISBN assignment is available in minutes and orders can be placed over the phone or directly over the Internet. Customers who order ISBN numbers from Publisher Services retain all copyright and distribution rights to their publications.
With Publisher Services, companies that intend to market multiple publications and utilise book distributors are encouraged to obtain ISBN blocks directly from the ISBN agency. Recognising that the small independent publisher market requires personal assistance, customer service representatives are available over the phone to educate and assist new publishers. Copyright registration assistance, web page creation services and Google book search submission aid are also available.
http://www.knowledgespeak.com/newsArchieveviewdtl.asp?pickUpID=2790&pickUpBatch=466#2790
http://www.barcode-us.com/
Freeware & online tools for writers
Paperback Writer: Freeware & Online Tools for Writers
Incredibly useful set of links for writers. Is this a record?
