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Written collaboratively by a New York literary agent and a West Coast acquiring editor, this handbook offers an unfiltered look into how the publishing world actually operates. It is tailored to equip writers with the tactical knowledge required to secure representation and publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThis updated edition features critical new content on non-fiction success strategies, identifying hot topics, and understanding how global events influence publishing trends. Far beyond general advice, the book serves as a structural toolkit, providing readers with author case studies, sample book proposals, standard publishing contracts, press releases, and co-author agreements. It stands as the most comprehensive handbook on the market for transitioning a manuscript from a draft to a commercially viable product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheree Bykofsky\u003c\/strong\u003e is a prominent New York literary agent, author, and publishing expert. \u003cstrong\u003eJennifer Basye Sander\u003c\/strong\u003e is a successful author, publishing consultant, and former West Coast acquiring editor. 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