Get Between the Covers: Leave a Legacy by Writing a Book

by Neil B. Shulman, Eric Spencer

Get Between the Cover is the user-friendly and interesting guide that helps everyone who has a book in them to go from idea to published book in new innovative ways. There are thousands of new writers who write books and try to publish them each year and millions more worldwide will consider writing one, but will fail to follow through on the process. When you think about writing or publishing a book... remember Get Between the Covers.

Genres: Writing

356 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Christine Rice · Rating 5 out of 5]

Get Between the Covers: Leave a Legacy by Writing a Book (2nd ed. 2008) is made for all those who are contemplating writing and publishing a book, and those who are certain they want to write a book, or have already started, and want to learn the ins and outs of book publishing. This book motivates writers who want to be authors and it encourages writers to follow their dreams of writing and publishing a book. The authors’ main viewpoint is that there are millions of people who feel they "have a book in them," but only thousands of books are published each year; so the book's purpose is to get more people to write the book that they have in them.

The book's content is not focused on one means of publishing, but rather reviews them all. It is very educational about different aspects of the writing and publishing industry, and is an “overview” of the entire book writing process; but at 356 pages, it explains a lot and also refers the reader to additional research materials.

It has a preface, introduction, five parts, and appendices. The preface introduces the book and explains how it is different from the first edition. The introduction was published with the first edition and provides research and statistics that support why the book is important and needed by society; explains what types of readers the book is geared towards; describes how the chapters are set up; and provides a brief biography of the authors.

Part 1 is about the book writing process. It is motivational and informative, and it includes chapters on time management, writer's block, and editing, as well as several others. Part 2 is an overview of the publishing industry; it includes information on traditional publishers, literary agents, and booksellers. Part 3 goes over the "paths to print,” explaining the different types of book publishing and allowing the reader to decide which method is best for them. Part 4 educates the reader about editors, marketing, and rights and contracts. Part 5 is a wrap-up with suggestions on rejection and acceptance. Lastly, the appendices cover how to navigate “Writer's Market,” and they provide resource links and suggested reading material.

Do I recommend this book? Definitely. It is very helpful and informative for authors and those who want to write a book, which is where I am at right now. You will not be disappointed if you buy this book.