Book description
Everything you've ever wanted to know about publishing but were too afraid to ask is right here in this funny, candid guide written by an acclaimed author. There are countless books on the market about how to write better but very few books on how to break into the marketplace with your first book. Cutting through the noise (and very mixed advice) online, while both dispelling rumors and remaining positive, Courtney Maum's Before and After the Book Deal is a one-of-a-kind resource that can help you get your book published. Before and After the Book Deal: A Writer's Guide to Finishing, Publishing, Promoting, and Surviving Your First Book has over 150 contributors from all walks of the industry, including international bestselling authors Anthony Doerr, Roxane Gay, Garth Greenwell, Lisa Ko, R. O. Kwon, Rebecca Makkai, and Ottessa Moshfegh, alongside cult favorites Sarah Gerard, Melissa Febos, Mitchell S. Jackson, and Mira Jacob. Agents, film scouts, film producers, translators, disability and minority activists, and power agents and editors also weigh in, offering advice and sharing intimate anecdotes about even the most taboo topics in the industry. Their wisdom will help aspiring authors find a foothold in the publishing world and navigate the challenges of life before and after publication with sanity and grace. Are MFA programs worth the time and money? How do people actually sit down and finish a novel? Did you get a good advance? What do you do when you feel envious of other writers? And why the heck aren't your friends saying anything about your book? Covering questions ranging from the logistical to the existential (and everything in between), Before and After the Book Deal is the definitive guide for anyone who has ever wanted to know what it's really like to be an author.
True Sweetness
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Saber-RED
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NexusNomad
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Mr. Spy
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Mafia Princess
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Airport Hobo
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Stud Buster
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X-Dew
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RightN0w2
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Toxic-oxide
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Green Scavenger
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Nola
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Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. ListenBook has revolutionized my audio experience, making it both personalized and engaging. This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues!
Heavenly Connection
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word.
Moon Solitaire
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Sepukku
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Chlorine
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Venious
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps.
Pepper
π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Dark Burn
ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience