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Book Proposal Boot Camp: A Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Proposals Agents Can't Ignore
Do you have a nonfiction book idea but feel daunted by the traditional publishing world?
Writing a book proposal can be exciting, but also overwhelming—especially since nonfiction is usually sold on proposal, not on a complete manuscript. You want a practical, no-nonsense approach to writing a book proposal that grabs agents’ attention without wading through a long and boring how-to. If you're ready to get started but unsure where to begin, this guide is for you.
Based on critically acclaimed author and former Big Five editor Ashley Shelby’s popular online course, Book Proposal Boot Camp is a concise, engaging, and occasionally irreverent roadmap to getting your nonfiction book published. In just eight actionable steps—each an “assignment” that covers a key part of the book proposal process—this guide provides everything you need to craft a proposal that stands out. It includes expert guidance
Crafting a Compelling OverviewCreating an Annotated Table of ContentsDeveloping a Marketing and Publicity sectionAnalyzing Comparable and Competitive TitlesWriting an Engaging Author BioPolishing and Revising Your Sample ChapterPreparing Your Query Letter and Submission PackageFull of insights into the traditional publishing world, Book Proposal Boot Camp reveals what editors and literary agents really look for in a proposal, the evolving expectations for author-driven publicity, and key strategies for breaking into traditional publishing.
Whether your nonfiction project falls under history, biography, self-help, narrative journalism, health, or any other genre, Book Proposal Boot Camp provides a clear, repeatable framework for getting your proposal noticed. Perfect for both new and experienced nonfiction writers, this concise guide is designed to help you master the skills you need to stand out in the competitive world of book publishing.
Writing a book proposal can be exciting, but also overwhelming—especially since nonfiction is usually sold on proposal, not on a complete manuscript. You want a practical, no-nonsense approach to writing a book proposal that grabs agents’ attention without wading through a long and boring how-to. If you're ready to get started but unsure where to begin, this guide is for you.
Based on critically acclaimed author and former Big Five editor Ashley Shelby’s popular online course, Book Proposal Boot Camp is a concise, engaging, and occasionally irreverent roadmap to getting your nonfiction book published. In just eight actionable steps—each an “assignment” that covers a key part of the book proposal process—this guide provides everything you need to craft a proposal that stands out. It includes expert guidance
Crafting a Compelling OverviewCreating an Annotated Table of ContentsDeveloping a Marketing and Publicity sectionAnalyzing Comparable and Competitive TitlesWriting an Engaging Author BioPolishing and Revising Your Sample ChapterPreparing Your Query Letter and Submission PackageFull of insights into the traditional publishing world, Book Proposal Boot Camp reveals what editors and literary agents really look for in a proposal, the evolving expectations for author-driven publicity, and key strategies for breaking into traditional publishing.
Whether your nonfiction project falls under history, biography, self-help, narrative journalism, health, or any other genre, Book Proposal Boot Camp provides a clear, repeatable framework for getting your proposal noticed. Perfect for both new and experienced nonfiction writers, this concise guide is designed to help you master the skills you need to stand out in the competitive world of book publishing.
142 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 9, 2024
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Ashley Shelby
9 books84 followersAshley Shelby is novelist, short story writer, and former environmental journalist. She is the author of Honeymoons in Temporary Locations (2024), South Pole Station (2017), and Red River Rising: The Anatomy of a Flood and the Survival of an American City (2004).
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November 13, 2024
Well, as a former journalist I must point out that this review is far from objective, but I think this short little guide about crafting a nonfiction book proposal is pretty solid.
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