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What Publishers Look For When Signing Authors with Valerie Witte

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Book Authoring Webinar mentioned in this episode: https://forms.gle/H4AaqdQkbgwWCdDR6

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Acquisitions editor Valerie Witt shares her journey as an editor and author, discussing the intricacies of the book publishing process, the balance between traditional and self-publishing, and the essential roles of editors. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration between authors and publishers, the challenges new authors face, and the significance of effective marketing strategies. Valerie also offers valuable insights into what publishers look for in authors and the emotional journey of writing a book, encouraging aspiring writers to pursue their ideas with passion and patience.

TOPICS

  • Introduction to Editing and Writing
  • Valerie's Journey into Book Editing
  • The Publishing Landscape and ISTE's Role
  • The Book Publishing Process Explained
  • Self-Publishing vs Traditional Publishing
  • Understanding the Editing Process
  • Types of Editors and Their Roles
  • What Publishers Look for in Authors
  • Market Forces in Publishing Decisions
  • The Importance of Timing in Publishing
  • Preparing a Book Proposal
  • Challenges New Authors Face
  • Marketing a Book: Author vs Publisher Responsibilities
  • The Emotional Journey of Writing a Book

LINKS

Books:

https://www.airliepress.org/valerie-witte-a-rupture-in-the-interiors

https://www.theoperatingsystem.org/oa_library/the-grass-is-greener-when-the-sun-is-yellow/

https://punctumbooks.com/titles/one-thing-follows-another-experiments-in-dance-art-and-life-through-the-lens-of-simone-forti-and-yvonne-rainer/

CONNECT WITH VALERIE ON SOCIALS

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriewitte/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellthief/

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Content provided by Michael Hernandez. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Michael Hernandez or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Book Authoring Webinar mentioned in this episode: https://forms.gle/H4AaqdQkbgwWCdDR6

WATCH this episode on Youtube:

Acquisitions editor Valerie Witt shares her journey as an editor and author, discussing the intricacies of the book publishing process, the balance between traditional and self-publishing, and the essential roles of editors. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration between authors and publishers, the challenges new authors face, and the significance of effective marketing strategies. Valerie also offers valuable insights into what publishers look for in authors and the emotional journey of writing a book, encouraging aspiring writers to pursue their ideas with passion and patience.

TOPICS

  • Introduction to Editing and Writing
  • Valerie's Journey into Book Editing
  • The Publishing Landscape and ISTE's Role
  • The Book Publishing Process Explained
  • Self-Publishing vs Traditional Publishing
  • Understanding the Editing Process
  • Types of Editors and Their Roles
  • What Publishers Look for in Authors
  • Market Forces in Publishing Decisions
  • The Importance of Timing in Publishing
  • Preparing a Book Proposal
  • Challenges New Authors Face
  • Marketing a Book: Author vs Publisher Responsibilities
  • The Emotional Journey of Writing a Book

LINKS

Books:

https://www.airliepress.org/valerie-witte-a-rupture-in-the-interiors

https://www.theoperatingsystem.org/oa_library/the-grass-is-greener-when-the-sun-is-yellow/

https://punctumbooks.com/titles/one-thing-follows-another-experiments-in-dance-art-and-life-through-the-lens-of-simone-forti-and-yvonne-rainer/

CONNECT WITH VALERIE ON SOCIALS

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriewitte/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellthief/

  continue reading

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