Writer's Market 2018

This essential guide for aspiring authors delivers exactly what it promises: thousands of current, actionable publishing opportunities for 2018, from book publishers and literary agents to magazine markets and writing contests. Each listing is meticulously detailed with the crucial contact and submission information writers need to start pitching their work immediately, cutting through the guesswork of where and how to submit. Beyond the comprehensive directory, the book provides vital, up-to-date advice on the business and promotional side of a writing career, offering a clear roadmap from manuscript to marketplace.

What truly sets this resource apart is its focus on the practical realities of building a professional writing life, demystifying the industry for newcomers while providing the specific, current data that seasoned writers rely on. The blend of hard data with strategic guidance on craft and career-building makes it an indispensable tool for any serious writer looking to navigate the publishing landscape. It’s the kind of no-nonsense reference you’ll keep on your desk, its pages tabbed and annotated, as you systematically turn your writing ambitions into published reality.