Anna Bowles
Freelance Writer and Editor
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This page is a collection of informal articles on various aspects of writing and publishing, many cross-posted from my blog. If you're looking for general guidance on how to get published, The Writers and Artists Yearbook is the must-have manual. Some useful online sources are also recommended in the links section.

Writing
Self-editing for fiction writers
Self-editing isn't a substitute for professional editorial attention, but it is a necessary stage of manuscript preparation. The process takes objectivity – and the use of a few helpful techniques.

Dealing with rejection
A tongue-in-cheek 10-point guide to overcoming the rejection letter blues.
Publishing
A glossary of children's publishing terms
Worried because your publisher is talking about 'dummies' for your teenage title? Find out what they mean here.

Publication schedules
Quite a lot happens between the acceptance of a manuscript and the appearance of a book on the shelves. What happens – and sometimes goes wrong – in the meantime?

What is licensed publishing?
Licensed publishing is a major part of the children's market in particular, but it has a limited profile outside the industry.

What is book packaging? (Coming soon)
Book packaging is another growth area that is below a lot of people's radar.
 

  "We wished we had more projects to give you, because you just did them so well!"
Sue Parish, former Head of Editorial, Egmont Publishing

 

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