This is the essential reference book for all who are interested in the business of writing. Every possible market for writing is covered - plays, books, news and feature articles, documentaries, radio, film and TV scripts, poem, short stories and compilations.
In listing all essential names and addresses, "The Writer's Handbook " pinpoints key personnel in companies and organisations so that writers can see at a glance who to approach. Advice on how best to present work to publishers, newspapers or production companies is supplemented by invaluable tips on what is most likely to sell and and to whom. For many entries there are also comments based on the accumulated experience for professional writers.
This second, totally revised and expanded edition of "The Writer's Handbook" includes new sections on American publishing, UK book packagers, poetry and literary grants; updated articles on libel, copyright and contracts and the latest schedules of rates for freelance journalists and writers for TV and radio. A new system of indexing allows for easy cross referencing. --Back Cover