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Described by The Times as 'the book no writer should be without', the new edition of The Writer's Handbook is the definitive guide for everyone in the writing profession. Includes free online access to The Writer's Handbook website offering its comprehensive directory and even more resources and advice for writers. A must-buy for writers.'A wise and witty book, packed with useful information' THE SOCIETY OF AUTHORS 'I got my agent by looking in 'The Writer's Handbook' SOPHIE KINSELLA, Author of the Shopaholic series 'The Writer's Handbook is an essential directory for new and established writers alike' MARY CLEMMEY, Literary Agent 'This book is a godsend to any serious writer' MARTIN BROCKLEBANK, Chairman, Speakeasy Writer's Group 23rd Edition NO. 1 FOR WRITERS Completely revised and updated for 2010, this acclaimed companion provides you with the most current and reliable information on the writing industry. From pinpointing contacts in a wide range of publishing houses and literary agencies to information on writing courses in your area; from screenwriting, TV, radio and newspapers to local literary festivals and grants, The Writer's Handbook 2010 is an accurate, practical and easy-to-use resource for all writers. It offers invaluable advice and insight from experts, with articles on book fairs, and branding, as well as discussion on key markets and market trends, and useful hints on approaching a literary agent.; Whether you are an aspiring or established writer, or a publishing professional, this is the book that no-one in the writing industry should be without. Includes FREE access to the website: browse the online directory and explore the other useful resources for writers (you will find your unique access code on the sticker on the front of this book). PLUS: Win 1 of 50 creative writing prizes including YOUR CHANCE TO BE PUBLISHED* with www.thewritershandbook.com New this year: Google and Books Comedy Writing The Role of Branding in the Writing Industry The Ins and Outs of a Publishing House Twenty Things I Didn't Know Before Becoming a Poetry Publisher Approaching a Literary Agent International Book Fairs The Writer's Handbook Recommends Settling Accounts -- Taxation *Terms and conditions apply. Competition deadline 31/01/10. See website for details. www.thewritershandbook.comwww.thewritershandbook.com A wealth of insightful articles for writers written by top people in their fields. And then there was Google; B.Turner Writing for laughs -- Comedy Writing; N.Hodder The Name is the Game -- The Role of Branding in the Writing Industry; B.Turner The Ins and Outs of a Publishing House -- A Tale of Two Sides; J.Slack Twenty Things I Didn't Know Before Becoming a Poetry Publisher; C.Hamilton-Emery Making an Unsolicited Approach to a Literary Agent On the Way to the Fair -- International Book Fairs; B.Turner The Writer's Handbook Recommends: How Not to Write a Novel; B. Turner Settling Accounts -- Taxation; I.Spring Directory: Publishers UK Publishers Irish Publishers International Book Fairs European Publishers US Publishers Other International Publishers Poetry Presses Poetry Magazines Small Presses Audio Books UK Packagers Electronic Publishing and Other Services Agents UK Literary Agents UK Literary Scouts PR Consultants Irish Literary Agents US Literary Agents Book Clubs Magazines and Newspapers Magazines National Newspapers Regional Newspapers News Agencies US Media Contacts in the UK Broadcast TV and Radio European TV Companies Film TV and Radio Producers Theatre Theatre Producers Resources: Development UK and Irish Writers' Courses US Writers' Courses Writers' Circles and Workshops Bursaries, Fellowships and Grants Prizes Organizations Professional Associations and Societies Literary Societies Organizations of Interest to Poets Arts Councils and Regional Offices Services Library Services Picture Libraries Press Cutting Agencies Other Festivals Useful Websites Miscellany Index of Entries Subject Index