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The business of being a writer / Jane Friedman.

by Friedman, Jane, 1976-

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The University of Chicago Press, 2018.

Authorship -- Economic aspects.

Literary agents.

Authors and publishers.

Chicago guides to writing, editing, and publishing.

9780226393162 (pbk.)

313 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Can you make a living as a writer? -- The art of career building -- Generating leads, gaining exposure -- Pursuing an MFA or other graduate degree -- Trade book publishing -- Magazine publishing -- Online and digital media -- Literary publishing in the twenty-first century -- Book publishing : figuring out where your book fits -- Understanding literary agents -- Researching agents and publishers -- Book queries and synopses -- The nonfiction book proposal -- Working with your publisher -- Self-publishing -- Publishing short stories, personal essays, or poetry -- Traditional freelance writing -- Online writing and blogging -- Author platform -- Your online presence : websites, social media, and more -- Turning attention into sales -- The basics of book launches -- Starting a freelance career -- Freelance editing and related services -- Teaching and online education -- Contests, prizes, grants, fellowships -- Crowdfunding and donations -- Memberships, subscriptions, and paywalls -- Advertising and affiliate income -- Pursuing a publishing career -- Corporate media careers.

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