[stylist] First novel complete; needing publishing advice

[slery]

Elizabeth,

Most publishers today will want at least 100,000 words. Shorter works are
typically only found in YA novels.

You mention that you copyrighted your novel. If that means you have paid and
received the copyright on it, you may have a hard time finding a publisher.

I remember reading an article at one time that stated publishers
automatically sent manuscripts to the slush pile when they found out that
the author had filed for copyright. A writer automatically owns the
copyright on a work when they put pen to paper (computer generate). I
believe it may have had something to do with added paperwork that they were
not willing to spend time on. If I remember where that information is, I
will forward it to the list.

You may want to check this out before you spend time trying to find a
traditional publisher. If you are simply wanting to self-publish, I am not
sure how this works.

Cindy

> -----Original Message-----
> From: stylist-bounces at nfbnet.org 
> [mailto:stylist-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Elizabeth Sammons
> Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2010 6:34 AM
> To: 'Writer's Division Mailing List'
> Subject: [stylist] First novel complete; needing publishing advice
> 
> 
> Colleagues,
> 
> Good morning. Some of you may know me from the journalists 
> list, of which I've been a member for years, but I just 
> signed up for this list  several days ago.
> 
> I've always said the best and the worst of journalism is 
> creative writing. Yes, you're allowed to quote me. (Smile.)
> 
> Well this time, I decided to go beyond journalistic realms 
> and have just finalized and copyrighted a novel, title, "With 
> Best Intent." It sure was different from writing an article, 
> or even a series, believe me!
> 
> I am writing to inquire of any of the rest of you who may 
> have done something similar, or who have good publishing 
> contacts to consult on best way to publish. FYI the book is 
> relatively short at around 70,000 words, and the audience is 
> likely to be a fairly educated readership interested in 
> cross-cultural communication, family histories and 
> psychological relationships.
> 
> Any advice you may provide on or off list will be deeply 
> appreciated. If you wish to contact me directly, use 
> 
> antigone at columbus.rr.com
> 
> I will be happy to share an excerpt of the novel and/or 
> discuss further off list for those interested as well.
> 
> 
> Sincere thanks,
> Elizabeth Sammons, Columbus, Ohio
> 
> 
> 
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