WRITE TO SELL: Nonfiction Proposals 

The nonfiction market is full of opportunity, but to succeed in selling your book, you need to master the art of writing a nonfiction proposal. Competition is fierce and publishers are becoming more and more demanding. You need to not just be able to explain your concept clearly and engagingly, but prove the demand for the book and why you’re the best writer for the job.

In Write to Sell: Nonfiction Proposals, Gina Panettieri will guide you through the process of crafting a compelling nonfiction book proposal. This live webinar will cover essential topics such as identifying and analyzing the target audience, understanding market trends, and writing a persuasive and well-structured proposal. Participants will also learn how to present themselves as the perfect writer for their book and compose the perfect pitch to grab an editor’s or agent’s attention.

Gina’s extensive knowledge and expertise make her a valuable resource for writers looking to navigate the complexities of the publishing world. This is an OnDemand webinar.

What You Will Learn:

• Learn how to identify and analyze the target audience and market trends for nonfiction books.
• Gain skills to write a persuasive and well-structured book proposal that captures the attention of publishers and agents.
• Enhance your writing abilities, including clarity, coherence, and conciseness, which are essential for nonfiction book proposals.
• Understanding what publishers are looking for.
• Familiarize yourself with the standard practices and expectations in the publishing industry.
• Common reasons for rejection
• How to research and find the perfect comp titles to make your case
• How to present yourself as the perfect writer for your book
• Composing the perfect pitch to grab an editor’s or agent’s attention

Who Should Attend:

• Aspiring Authors: Individuals who are looking to publish their first nonfiction book and need guidance on how to create a compelling proposal.
• Experienced Writers: Writers who have published books before but want to improve their proposal writing skills to increase their chances of acceptance.
• Freelance Writers: Professionals who write for various publications and want to expand their skill set to include nonfiction book proposals.
• Journalists: Journalists who are interested in turning their investigative work or articles into a nonfiction book.
• Academics and Researchers: Scholars who want to publish their research findings or academic work in a nonfiction format.
• Business Professionals: Entrepreneurs, consultants, and business leaders who want to share their expertise and insights through a nonfiction book.
• Memoir Writers: Individuals who want to write and publish their personal stories and experiences.
• Subject Matter Experts: Experts in various fields such as health, law, history, and science who want to publish books based on their knowledge and experience.
• Bloggers and Content Creators: Bloggers and online content creators who want to transition their content into a nonfiction book.
• Educators: Teachers and educators who want to publish educational

Instructor:

Gina Panettieri is the Founder and President of Talcott Notch Literary Services, a five-member literary agency headquartered in Connecticut. She has worked in the publishing industry for 35 years as an agent, editor and author. She’s worked with dozens of nonfiction authors, writing a range of nonfiction from business and career to health, cookbooks, true crime, history, medicine, parenting, law, memoir and more. .