Writer's Yearbook 2017 Download

PREPARE YOURSELF

2016: The Year in Review An expert dishes on the latest developments in the book and magazine industries,and how those trends bode for writers. By Jane Friedman

A FREELANCER'S WORKSHOP

Broaden Your (Writing) Horizons Conventional writing advice urges freelancers to “find a niche," but sticking too close to your specialty can stunt your growth. Here are 3 ways to break out of your comfort zone,and reap the benefits. By Mark Peters

FINDING A WAY IN Target your pitches strategically, and you'll have a much better chance of landing bylines,even if you're a newbie. Here's how to do it. By Zachary Petit

Freelancing for Fun, Promo & Profit Even if you're focused on fiction or memoir, strategically freelancing on the side can build your bio, sell your book and support your passion. Here's how. By Jeff Somers

Going All In Giving up a steady job for a full-time freelancing career can feel like a giant leap into the unknown. Follow these expert tips, and you'll land on solid ground. By Jane Friedman

BUILD YOUR BOOK'S SUCCESS

Get Behind Your Book The most successful authors understand how the publishing industry works,and ask the right questions along the way. By Phil Sexton

10 Ways to Market Your Homegrown Book There's a lot you can do to promote your regional book beyond your local bookstore. Utilize these tried-and-true tips and you may just become a neighborhood bestseller. By Roger Morris

Short Stories, Big Rewards Self-publishing short fiction is a little-known way to grow,or jump-start,your career. Here's how to make it pay off for you. By James Scott Bell

FOR YOUR REFERENCE

101 Best Websites for Writers This year's list is our best one yet, with resources for writers of all levels, exclusive insider guides and more. By Baihley Grandson With Natalie Coleman

The Top 100 Markets for Book & Magazine Writers We did the research so you can have more time to pitch,and ultimately, write. By Kara Gebhart Uhl

ENDNOTES

Get Real When can you call yourself a “real" writer? The answer is simpler than you think. By Jessica Allen