Don’t get lost on the publishing path. Just forge ahead with the Writer’s Compass. Drawing on decades of professional experience as an author, editor, writing instructor, mentor, and marketing consultant, Elizabeth Lyon helps you navigate the art and craft of writing—with clear, easy-to-follow directions:
NORTH
Getting Your BearingsUnderstand your purpose and your audience; learn to refine your ideas, select effective titles, and find the best method of organization for any piece
SOUTH
TroubleshootingUse checklists and guidelines to spot weaknesses and problems in leads, organization, conclusions, and style—and find out how to correct them
EAST
Learning to MarketMap a successful cover letter, query letter, or proposal, and discover a four-step process to facilitate publication and sales
WEST
Refining Your VisionBrainstorm to gain perspective on your writing—and how it fits with your values, goals, and dreams
South: Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
12. Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
East: Your Rising Star
13. Learning How to Market
West: Refining Your Vision
14. Exploring New Horizons
Index
ABout the Author
Don’t get lost on the publishing path. Just forge ahead with the Writer’s Compass. Drawing on decades of professional experience as an author, editor, writing instructor, mentor, and marketing consultant, Elizabeth Lyon helps you navigate the art and craft of writing—with clear, easy-to-follow directions:
NORTH
Getting Your BearingsUnderstand your purpose and your audience; learn to refine your ideas, select effective titles, and find the best method of organization for any piece
SOUTH
TroubleshootingUse checklists and guidelines to spot weaknesses and problems in leads, organization, conclusions, and style—and find out how to correct them
EAST
Learning to MarketMap a successful cover letter, query letter, or proposal, and discover a four-step process to facilitate publication and sales
WEST
Refining Your VisionBrainstorm to gain perspective on your writing—and how it fits with your values, goals, and dreams
South: Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
12. Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
East: Your Rising Star
13. Learning How to Market
West: Refining Your Vision
14. Exploring New Horizons
Index
ABout the Author
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