Publishing

[helpmeout06]

How do I find a reputable publisher in London that I can trust with my material? I've been told I have some great material and I have tried Myspace as a network, but I don't know if I can rely on that to help me, there are so many cowboys out there.
Thanks in advance.

[nickmo]

Go to the reference section of your library and get the copy of the latest (2007 or 2008 if now available) 'Writers and Artists Year Book' that lists the publishers of the genre you are working in.

Call and see if they accept un-solcited m/s. If they do, send off the info and wait for a reply.

Send the docs and keep copies.

Use the web as well for info from such sites as bloomsbury.com which has stuff for aspiring writers to get to gripe with how to approach publishers, if you need an agent, about copyright issues, about how to submit transcripts - you do not send a copy of the book by the way - you send a synopsis, etc etc.

Hope this useful and best of luck!

[helpmeout06]

Thanks a million, I'm sure this information will be helpful.

[nickmo]

Hi H - hope info was of use - by the way, do not ask your friends for crticism of any work - they can not be objective....you have to accept the comments even if negative from any professional body that you approach, and do not be put off by any rejections - take the process gradually and have fun!!

And do use a good spellchecker - I need one just for postings here....

Good luck!

[helpmeout06]

Thanks again, will let you know if I have any luck.