The Guidebook for Successful Authors

Originally written for retirees who dreamed of writing, the book has been adopted by writers of all ages as their primary guide to Writing, Publishing and Promoting

The most complete information an author can find in a single volume.

• Step-by step guide to building your novel
• Basics for completing a quality nonfiction book
• Fundamentals of a strong memoir
• Choosing the best method of publishing your book
• Analysis of traditional, POD and self-publishing
• Negotiating a contract that protects you
• Effective marketing and promotion techniques
• Dealing with editors and publishers
• Writing and promoting on the Web
• Editing and revision skills
• Keeping your finances in order

The critics call it one of the best books you can read to become a successful author:

See what famous lecturer, author and publishing guru Dan Poynter says:
Chock full of excellent resources that should prove extremely helpful. This book offers outstanding support to writers of all ages

Listen to the words of Lawrence Grossman, author and former President of PBS and NBC News:
'The Writer Within You' is crisp, clear and comprehensive. It tells you everything you could ever possibly want to know about how to write and publish.

Read the way prolific author, writing guru and President of SPAWN Patricia Fry describes the book:
No matter what your writing/publishing dreams, it has everything you need to know-I mean everything

Awards

• USA BookNews - Best Books of the Year
• Axiom - Best Business Book of the Year
• Indie Awards - Best Books of the Year
• ForeWord Magazine - Best of the Year Awards
• N.Y. Festival of Books - Best Books of the Year
• Florida Publishers Association - President's Award Best Book
• Garden State Journalists Association - Best Book of the Year