I am an author who has just be signed to a one book publishing deal.  My question to everyone, how easy is it?
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I tell you from personal experiance...it is very, very hard.  There are book tours, book signings, P.R., publicity, agents, design teams, etc. All of these things you must be well versed in and able to negotiate, haggle, defend your copyright and promote in order to have your book even make a flutter on the market.
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I am writing a Cookbook. What I did is search for Book Publishers on the Inet. Many may require money from you up front (But, market the book better) and some may not charge any up front fees (And Do nothing for you), it just finding the one you want. Let me go check my "Favorites" and I give you a few links BRB.\nWell, most of mine only do Cookbooks, but, this one; http://www.trafford.com/\nHere they have a Free Publishing Guide to help you. YOU NOT have to use this Publisher. Research this for a long time. Above me are some GOOD answers. Publishing a book takes time do not hurry! As, I work on my Cookbook I have the time to research more Publishers and Costs. Hopefully when my Book ready I will know who to send it to and what they require to Accept my WONDERFUL Cookbook. ;-p
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? publisher is easy.........it has a help button if u want to use it......toolbar............btw- it has a wizard u can follow
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You can try to self-publish it. \nThis can be accomplished very inexpensively at the new online POD (print on demand) publishing outfits.\nOne such is http://www.lulu.com\nCheck it out.\nOf course, if you self publish, you'll only have the end product.  Marketing and selling it will be up to you. \nIt is a good way to start and an easier way to see your book in print, but remember: It is difficult to get published with a large publisher precisely because THEY shoulder the burden of marketing and selling your book.\n\nGood Luck.
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I pray to the book gods everyday that they make a come back. I love my books. I could not live with out them. There is nothing quite like the feel of a honest to goodness book in your hands. I love books. Can you tell? LOL
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Hey how about an AUTHOR!
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Check out http://www.lulu.com/ if you don't want to go the traditional route. Just know that you will have to do a lot of the marketing yourself and POD books are rarely stocked in bookstores unless you make it happen by going to each book chain or store. It usually involves keeping your own stock and sending out free copies. There is some out of pocket expense here.\n\nIf you want to go the traditional route, go to google and search for "Publishers" Religion and find publishers that publish religious books. Then you'll want to check out their writer's guidelines and make sure you follow them when submitting your manuscript. You might also want to research how to write a good query letter.\n\nADDED: Well, making money aside (because there is very little money in writing unless you get lucky with a bestseller or have a name that will sell)  and that's not why most authors (you included as you stated above) write anyway --- what route you take really depends on what you want your distribution to be. Big traditional publishers give your book distribution. Self publishing is the more difficult route because you want people to read it so it's up to you to market it so that they know where they can get it.\n\nPersonally - I suggest starting out self-publishing, especially if you have a specific audience you can target yourself. If the book is good enough - you would likely get offers from other publishers at some point anyway.\n\nBTW - Lulu is a FREE publishing service, which means you don't even have to buy copies of your book if you don't want to. It's a great option for authors, especially with specialized non-fiction topics.
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This is what Thomas Nelson Inc's website says about submitting manuscripts: 'Thomas Nelson, Inc. and its publishing groups no longer accept or review any unsolicited queries, proposals, or manuscripts. If you are interested in having your stories published by another Christian publisher, we recommend a book called The Christian Writer's Market Guide by Sally E. Stuart. This book includes writer's guidelines and submission procedures for all Christian publishing houses that do accept unsolicited manuscripts. You may be interested in having someone read and review your work. The Editorial Services section of Literary Market Place (LMP), published by R.R. Bowker, New Providence, New Jersey, lists over 500 entries, many of which provide some kind of critique service.'\n\nYou can also go to their FAQ page at  http://www.thomasnelson.com/consumer/dept.asp?dept_id=1117930&TopLevel_id=250000#3  and click on Manuscript Submissions. The second question has a link to a pdf that gives tips on writing a successful proposal.\n\nBroadman & Holman gives a similar response: 'At the time B&H only accepts manuscripts from literary agents. For additional information, the agent may call us toll-free at 615-251-2438, or write to Broadman & Holman Publishers, 127 Ninth Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37234. If you would like a listing of Christian publishers who do accept unsolicited materials, we suggest picking up a copy of The Christian Writer's Market Guide by Sally E. Stuart. Writer's Guidlines are available. To receive your copy, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Pat Reynolds, Broadman & Holman Publishers, MSN 115, 127 9th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37234.'\n\nKregel doesn't have anything on their website. What you could do is send a letter to the editor, describing the basic outline of your book and the kind of readership you believe it will attract (maybe mention other books/authors that your readers would also be interested in). Then include two to three pages of your best material. However, considering the fact that both publishers suggest that same book and the medium of an agent, that route might be best. But here's Kregel's contact information anyway Good luck!\n\nKregel Publishers (kregelpublications@kregel.com)\nPO Box 2607\nGrand Rapids, Michigan\n49501-2607
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oh come on!!!!!!! those are the easiest questions ever. you wouldn't even have to read the entire book to be able to answer that. quit being lazy
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You get an account with book wholesalers such as Ingram Book http://www.ingrambook.com/ They have a page specifically for book sellers like you with the instructions on how to order from them and get an account with them http://www.ingrambook.com/new/booksellers.asp\n\nI also suggest you attend the Book Expo America http://www.bookexpoamerica.com/App/homepage.cfm?appname=288&moduleid=42 which is a major and definitely one of the biggest trade shows ever. Next year it will be in New York, so start making plans to attend. I attended this year's expo in Washington DC and all the book publishers big and small are represented in the expo. This is the best place to create accounts and meet book publishers.\n\nAlso, get a copy of the book Writers Market for listings of book publishers. Contact each individual publishers and create an account with them. For example, Time Warner Books (Hatchett Group) has a page on their website for Bookseller Services including their catalogs and backlists http://www.hachettebookgroupusa.com/catalog/index.shtml\n\nThe trade magazine Publisher's Weekly website has a list of important industry links http://www.publishersweekly.com/industryResources.html from publishing associations to publishing industry. \nhttp://www.publishersweekly.com/industryResources.html
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It supposed to be really easy. Try looking in Yahoo search for a book on it.
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Publishing companies do use readers.  Try sending them a few summaries of books you have read.
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I was going to suggest purchasing a book called Writers Market that lists publications- what they look to publish and how to get them published. I noticed though, that they do have a website as well: www.writersmarket.com.  I have used the book several times and because there is so much information it is not always user-friendly, but it will get the job done for you.....
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I used OpenOffice to create one (it's free).  It was pretty easy. You just write the book and export it as a PDF. \n\nOne other thing to consider is that you will probably want to create a book cover, either using ebook cover creating software or hiring a graphic designer to do it for you.
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Extremely hard, as it would be for any "new" writer.\nPublishers very rarely accept manuscripts and your sumbmission should be to an agent. Always include a synopsis of your book when submitting it to an agent. They may reject it offhand or may advise you how to improve it. Make sure your grammar and spelling is as perfect as you can get it, they do not like drafts that need a lot of editorial work unless the storyline is exceptional. But in the main, don't give up if you get rejected Moods change all the time and what isn't the "right" book today may be the bestseller of tomorrow.\nGood Luck
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Is he writing it himself? If not, I think what you need is a ghost writer (if he's willing to pay). I'd suggest you search under "ghostwriter" or "ghostwriting" on the web. There are many companies, individuals who do that. Contact some of them and compare their experience and fees. You then write a proposal and submit them to agents/publishers. Normally, you would submit the proposal before the book is complete for nonfiction.If you can't find an agent/publisher, you can always self publish. There are publishing companies who would assist people doing self publishing. Read "Publishing for Idiots". It's very helpful.
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You can publish it yourself using a script software.  Getting it read and accepted is a different process.