Book Proposal Tips and Tricks

by Steve Laube

Book proposals can be confusing to create. And yet there are some simple basic things that can help and author put together one that works. Thirty-six year publishing veteran and literary agent Steve Laube has put together this small booklet to help get you started on your journey. ( This is a 28 page booklet. Approximately four pages per chapter.) Chapters Four Questions a Non-Ficiton Proposal Must Answer Four Questions a Fiction Proposal Must Answer Hints for a Great Cover Letter The Power of a Referral A Day in the Life of an Agent How Important Are They? The Wild Pitch Five Reasons Why You May Never Get Published

28 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 9, 2016

Reviews

[Amy Renaud · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Must Read Before You Query Agents

This book is short, to the point, and very helpful for writers. It’s a bit of a reality check and helpful to get the right perspective as you head into the world of querying agents. One of the big things Steve hits on in this book is whether or not you are teachable. A good start, in my novice opinion, might be getting this book and applying it.

[Lisa Greer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

This book was very helpful in understanding the agent's perspective when being approached by a writer. This is a great tool for writers to use before pitching and even before writing the book. Highly recommend!

[Sarah Tummey · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was well worth the 99p I spent on it. I read in one sitting and made several notes. I could have done with more detail on the actual book proposal - its ideal length, font etc, but this at least tells you what an agent is looking for and it's a great starting-point.

[Betty Reeves · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful and Informative

I find Steve Laube’s information to be helpful and informative. His taking the time to write these tips and tricks lets us writers know that he cares about us. I’m impressed by him. Now, if I can put my cover letter and proposal together . . .

[Wendy Farley · Rating 5 out of 5]

The More You Read

There is a Saturday morning program titled, "The More You Know." How true that is. As an author, I can identify with many of the precautions outlined in this book. My current goal is to help a fellow author digest these gems of wisdom.

[Mindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful

This little booklet is a concise summary of what's needed in a good book proposal. I'm glad I bought it!

[Janet Grimes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and informational, with practical advice and explanation. Just what I needed at the time.

[Lee Wimmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful tips.

It was very helpful. I only wish there were some examples. Like most authors this is the area I have difficulty with.

[Will Dole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Practical

Really solid and actionable advice for putting together a book proposal, in either the fiction or non fiction categories. Useful information.

[Gary Forbes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great synopsis for authors looking to publish.

[Katherine Wacker · Rating 3 out of 5]

It’s my fault that I was a little disappointed in this short overview. I expected a more detailed edition. I found the blog on Laube’s website more helpful.