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How long did it take J.K. Rowling to get published?
This is after J.K. Rowling spent five years developing the world of the Harry Potter books – and then wrote and re-wrote the first book until she was happy with it! So in essence, it took her seven years from first getting the idea to getting the book publishing, and that was with an agent.
How can I publish my book successfully?
So here it is: how to publish your book (the indie way) in seven steps.
- Write the book.
- Edit the manuscript.
- Design the cover and format the interior.
- Self-publish as an ebook and a print book.
- Master the Kindle store (and other retailers)
- Market your book effectively.
- Create an awesome launch plan.
What should I do if my book is rejected?
Basically, if you have a book and it’s rejected, you have a simple job. Dust yourself down, print a new copy of the manuscript (editors are more likely to reject a manuscript that has obviously done the rounds of other publishers) and send it off again. Many books are rejected a lot more times than yours.
Why does my manuscript get rejected so often?
If the pace of your novel is off, then your manuscript is more likely to be rejected. The writer is a stalker (immediate manuscript rejection). Don’t send agents, editors, or publishers anything that’s clever or cute. Reid wants to read queries and know about your book, so you don’t need to bribe her with your gifts.
Should you remove adjectives from your book manuscripts?
The book reviewer says writers should show what the character is feeling through physical behavior – and not to use phrases such as “she whimpered morosely.” It’s the classic “Show, don’t tell” advice. Delete those adverbs and adjectives, or your book manuscript will be getting rejected quicker than the shake of a bunny’s tail.
Are publishers getting tired of stock characters?
Beautiful blonde bombshells, evil billionaires, and hookers with hearts of gold are all stock characters – and publishers are tired of them! Limp descriptions are also boring. “I want complex, nuanced characters,” says the literary agent. The book is too “moral” to be published.