{"id":425921,"date":"2022-04-03T14:36:05","date_gmt":"2022-04-03T11:36:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/how-to-pitch-publish-and-push-your-writing-career\/"},"modified":"2022-04-03T14:36:05","modified_gmt":"2022-04-03T11:36:05","slug":"how-to-pitch-publish-and-push-your-writing-career","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-pitch-publish-and-push-your-writing-career\/","title":{"rendered":"#How to pitch, publish and push your writing career"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a256c3e9b056\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a256c3e9b056\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-pitch-publish-and-push-your-writing-career\/#%E2%80%9CHow_to_pitch_publish_and_push_your_writing_career%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;How to pitch, publish and push your writing career&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-pitch-publish-and-push-your-writing-career\/#Ace_the_pitch\" >Ace the pitch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-pitch-publish-and-push-your-writing-career\/#Cultivate_your_platform\" >Cultivate your platform<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-pitch-publish-and-push-your-writing-career\/#Get_writing\" >Get writing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-pitch-publish-and-push-your-writing-career\/#A_note_about_fiction_books\" >A note about fiction books<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CHow_to_pitch_publish_and_push_your_writing_career%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;How to pitch, publish and push your writing career&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div>\n<aside class=\"single__inline-module alignleft\">\n<\/aside>\n<p>Everyone dreams of being an author. The pandemic has inspired many to start on these long-dormant passion projects. Or maybe just toy around with the idea but not, you know, take any tangible action in getting the proverbial pen to paper.<\/p>\n<p>First, the good <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/news\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"2\" title=\"News\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">news<\/a>: \u201cIf you want to write a book related to your career, this is a clear sign that you are ready to acknowledge your growth and achievement in life,\u201d said J. L. Stermer, a literary agent who teaches <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.writingclasses.com\/classes\/description\/how-to-get-published\">\u201cHow to Get Published\u201d<\/a> at <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.writingclasses.com\/\">Gotham Writers Workshop<\/a>, and is also president of <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextlevellit.com\/\">Next Level Lit.<\/a> \u201cIt means you have overcome challenges and found solutions that you are ready to share to help others on similar journeys. Your book establishes you as an expert in your field and can magnetize you to find new clients.\u201d<br \/>It takes a lot of toil, but penning your own tome can help you get on panels, invited to podcasts and land speaking engagements.<\/p>\n<p>Ahead, expert tips to go from a blank Google Doc to signing the title page.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ace_the_pitch\"><\/span><strong>Ace the pitch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Think of it as a business proposal for your book, said Stermer.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis document highlights the information a publisher wants to know about your project before offering you a book deal,\u201d she said. \u201cExplain who you are, what your book is about, why you are the best person to write it and why you think this book needs to be on the market right now,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n<p>You should also think about comparative titles and how your book will add to the conversation.<\/p>\n<p>Keep all of this info succinct. \u201cOnly highlight your most important achievements,\u201d advised Kelly Lydick, an author at <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.purecarbonpublishing.com\/\">Pure Carbon Publishing<\/a>, a book publishing veteran with 17 years in the industry. If you have national awards or features, lead with those, she said.<\/p>\n<p>The best pitches reveal how your book will address a problem. \u201cIdentify your audience, highlight a specific problem they are experiencing and offer your solution,\u201d said Stermer.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cultivate_your_platform\"><\/span><strong>Cultivate your platform<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While you\u2019re drumming up your pitch, invest in growing your audience. \u201cThe best way to get the attention of a publisher is to have a platform,\u201d said Stermer. \u201cDo you publish articles related to your book topic? Are you on <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">social media<\/a> where people are seeking your advice? Are you on podcasts talking about your category?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In short, \u201cbuild a platform that causes agents to come to you,\u201d said Jonathan Bailor, CEO of <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/sanesolution.com\/\">SANE Solution<\/a>, who self-published a book that went on to become a New York Times bestseller. \u201cThose agents then get you a publisher. Think of it as a musical artist. Until you are successful \u2018on your own,\u2019 a major label won\u2019t be willing to invest in magnifying your success.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t want to go the self-publishing route, you will need a literary agent. \u201cMost publishers do not accept unsolicited pitches from authors,\u201d said Stermer. \u201cIf you prefer to work with an independent publisher, do research to see who accepts submissions [without agents],\u201d Stermer recommended<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.reedsy.com\/independent-publishers\/\"> this great resource for indie publishers<\/a> and checking out <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/writingtipsoasis.com\/business-book-publishing-companies\/\">this list of business book publishers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>While self-publishing has become more popular recently, it\u2019s not for everyone. Lydick said it can be a viable option for an author with an existing platform who wants to maintain IP rights, but can be a heavy financial burden to shoulder.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/writing.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"Putting pen to paper can be the hardest part of any project. \" class=\"wp-image-21750061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/writing.jpg?quality=75&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1535 1536w, https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/writing.jpg?quality=75&amp;strip=all 1024w, https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/writing.jpg?quality=75&amp;strip=all&amp;w=512 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><figcaption>Putting pen to paper can be the hardest part of any project. <\/figcaption><figcaption><span class=\"credit\">Alamy Stock Photo<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_writing\"><\/span><strong>Get writing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We hate to break it to you, but if you want to be a published author, you\u2019ve got to carve out time to write. Every. Single. Day. With that in mind, here are some best practices.<\/p>\n<p>Make a schedule. \u201cBe realistic about what time of the day you are most focused and get it on your calendar, starting with smaller increments of time at first, then adding as you get into the groove,\u201d offered Stermer, who suggests setting a timer, so you are not watching the clock.<\/p>\n<p>Write regularly. \u201cLetting too much time elapse in between writing sessions can slow your flow. If you can sit down to write each day, you\u2019ll begin to see your word count build and that is proof that you are doing it,\u201d said Stermer.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve accomplished a solid chunk of writing, put it away for a bit. \u201cPowering through cover-to-cover may work for some, but most people need perspective\u201d said Lydick.<\/p>\n<p>Find your writing community. \u201cThose who are a part of writer\u2019s groups tend to thrive. Fellow authors will be working through similar challenges. They will understand the importance of celebrating small wins along the way,\u201d said Stermer. \u201cThey will read your work and give you helpful feedback. Writing a book is a solo endeavor so having a place to feel supported goes a long way.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.writingclasses.com\/community\/free-events\/\">Gotham Writers\u2019 free events<\/a> or <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.writingclasses.com\/classes\/index\">Zoom courses<\/a>, or e-mailing a few writerly friends, may be a good place to start.<\/p>\n<p>Work with a great editor. \u201cEditors will always see the manu<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">script<\/a> from a more objective viewpoint, which helps to ensure the manuscript flows well, is readable, and stays on track with your subject and organization,\u201d said Lydick. \u201cIt\u2019s imperative to hire an editor, either to help with development and organization of the book at the earlier stages, or with copy editing before the manuscript is sent off to a publisher or agent.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_note_about_fiction_books\"><\/span><strong>A note about fiction books<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Want to land a fiction book deal? It\u2019s a balancing act, said Stermer.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cStay true to your creativity by writing stories that really excite you because that kind of passion will grab a reader and not let go. Publishers are always looking for an original voice, a peek into a secret world, a twisty plot that keeps people guessing,\u201d said Stermer. \u201cAuthors should also know what is selling in their genre. Publishing is a money-making business and editors would rather not stray too far from what sells, so if you can offer a story that is in the same vein as what is currently on best seller lists, but with a fresh twist, the chances of getting a book deal go up.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, Stermer urges aspiring writers not to give up. \u201cKeep honing and stay open to constructive criticism. Sometimes a book doesn\u2019t sell because the time was not right. Just put it aside and start working on the next idea.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>And take comfort in this: \u201cBook sales have been up the last two years,\u201d said Lydick (although they have recently dipped). \u201cThe pandemic reminded us not just that connection between people is a key cornerstone to life, but that even when people are apart, they can be connected through books.\u201d\n                        <\/p><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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