The only book a writer needs, now completely revised and updated to reflect the ongoing and unprecedented changes in publishing.
Originally published in 2005 as Putting Your Passion Into Print, this is the book that’s been praised both by industry professionals, bestselling authors and dozens of aspiring authors who have used it to turn their dream of publishing a book into a reality.
Your pitch is the key that opens every door in the world of publishing. From getting an agent, to finding a publisher, to convincing readers to buy your book. We’ve read over 20,000 pitches. And we know exactly how to make your pitch sing the song that’s going to get you successfully published.
Not getting the response that you want to your query? Or don’t even know how to write one at all? We will not just answer all your query questions, but also write your query with you so that it’s ready to send to agents and/or publishers. Get your smart, savvy, scintillating, personal query letters here!
How to write a non-fiction book proposal is part art, part science, and part alchemy. We offer everything from soup-to-nuts guidance to editing already-developed proposals to thorough reads. Our experience in the publishing industry enables us to take your idea to the next level, ready to pitch and ready to sell.
Whether you just “finished” your crappy first draft or are ten years into a manuscript, a developmental edit can be the greatest form of editorial help you’ll ever receive. Our developmental edits* address everything from narrative arc to voice to marketability and much, much more. A detailed editorial letter and one-hour follow-up consultation is included.
A line edit can make the difference between rejected and landing a book deal. Our line edits include just that—a line-by-line edit of your manuscript—and detailed editorial letter and one-hour follow-up consultation. Please note: We highly recommend a developmental edit prior to a line edit. Very few people are ready for a line edit [...]
Getting a book published can be a maddening process. We offer emotional and spiritual reinforcement in the midst of writers block, when characters decide to revolt or when a rejection letter sends you into a shame spiral. Author coaching can be done on a one-time, weekly, monthly, or yearly basis!
Writing a book takes creativity, guts, and determination—and this is especially true when self-publishing. If self-publishing is your path, having an industry insider in your corner is crucial. From editing to marketing, from cover design to e-formatting, there’s a host of choices that will make or break your book. We can guide you and help […]
Is your twist surprising? Are the characters likable? The more time you invest in your manuscript, the harder these questions are to answer. Bring fresh eyes to your work, our beta reader will give your manuscript a thorough read and tell you what does—and does not—work. A two-page editorial letter is included.
Most authors today are called upon to speak publicly and/or be interviewed by the media. And most are unprepared to do either. We will help you develop presentations and prepare for interviews. Then we help you perform. David spent over 20 years as an actor and improviser, starring in over 500 commercials as well as […]
You’ve perfected every page and paragraph. You’re finally ready to get your baby out into the world. Looking for the right agent or publisher to properly care for your bundle of joy can make your head spin. To make the process easier, we’ll compile a personalized list of agents and publishers who are in the […]
Anyone with an idea for a book has the chance to pitch it to a panel of judges. But they get only one minute. The winner receives an introduction by Eckstut and Sterry to an agent or publisher is appropriate for their work.
“From coming up with an idea to promoting the finished book, these insiders tell you what you need to know and inspire you to do it—with wit, charm, and thorough knowledge.”
—Amy Cherry
Vice President & Senior Editor, W.W. Norton
“Before you write your own book, read [theirs]. Arielle Eckstut and David Henry Sterry understand the process of publishing—their advice will help you envision and frame your work so that publishers will be more likely to perceive its value.”
—Jonathan Karp
Publisher, Simon & Schuster
“Brilliant and so generous with their expertise. Attendees hang on every word.”
—Becky Anderson
President of American Booksellers Association & Owner, Anderson's Bookshops, Naperville, IL
“There is no way I would have landed a book deal without these two brilliant industry pros and their insider knowledge! No resource on the publishing business is as information packed and fun to read as The Essential Guide to Getting Your Book Published.”
—Ylonda Gault Caviness
Author of Child, Please (Tarcher Penguin, 2015)
