Explores careers in the electronic publishing industry, suggesting such options as copy editors, writers, and designers, and looks at how to break into the field.

"[This book] gathers essays from twenty-seven leading figures in book publishing about their work. Representing both large houses and small, and encompassing trade, textbook, academic, and children's publishing, the contributors make the case for why editing remains a vital function to writers -- and readers -- everywhere. Ironically for an industry built on words, there has been a scarcity of written guidance on how to actually approach the work...

"A new world has opened to writers who wish to have their words turned into finished books. With technological advances in typesetting, printing, distribution, and sales, self-publishing has become a reality. But while converting your writing into a commercially available title may sound relatively easy--based upon the claims of some companies that offer this service--there are many important considerations you should be aware of before going to press....

The Chandler Brothers from New York Times Bestselling Author Carly Phillips are back! He's a loner who indulges in a one night stand out of town. She's a senator's daughter who never expects to see her indulgence again. Small town journalist Chase Chandler has waited a long time for the chance at a national story, putting his dreams on hold to help with his younger trouble-making siblings and taking over the family newspaper. His trip to Washington...

Covers proven strategies for songwriting.

With straightforward advice and a plethora of up-to-date recommendations, the authors provide step-by-step information on everything aspiring children's book authors needs to know. "As an inspiring children's book author, there's a lot you need to know, and Writing Children's Books For Dummies is here to guide you. We start you off on the right foot with insider advice for writing compelling characters, spellbinding stories, and snappy dialogue....