New and enlarged by over 40 pages, the second edition
of this bestselling book was released on August 18, 2008.

Also available for Amazon's Kindle and Sony e-readers and Blackberries

BOOK MAGIC:
TURNING WRITERS INTO
PUBLISHED AUTHORS

by
Julie H. Ferguson

Book Magic is indispensable for every writer who dreams of publication. Easy to read and practical, it provides all the information and tools you need to understand the publishing industry and increase your chances of getting commercially published or ably manage your own self-publication.

Books are magic! They turn unknown writers into authors and, perhaps, even into household names. But publishing is a complex world, full of insider rules and financial constraints that, if not respected, cause good book ideas to vanish into thin air and writers to question their calling.

Chosen on September 22/08 for...........

 

 

Aspiring authors will discover:

• how to weave some spells that boost your chances of getting published, in print or electronically

• the wizardry surrounding agents, query letters, and phone calls to editors

• the crystal ball that interprets trends in the North American market, as well as what's happening in electronic and self-publishing

• how to disappear from the dreaded slush pile

• the magic bullets called book proposals, synopses, etc.

• how Canadian and American publishing scenes differ, and how approachable medium and small publishers really are

• how to shape-shift into an author with credentials

• electronic sorcery

• the enchantment of holding your first published book in your hand.

Join Julie, the author of 13 books, as she waves her magic wand and takes you ...from inspiration to publication!!™  

ISBNs:    978-0-9739493-3-9 (Paperback; perfect bound; 134 pages; illustrated) 
                     978-0-9817464-9-4  (Mobipocket)
                     B001PGXNHU (Amazon's digital version for Kindle)

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  Paperback (USD$22.50 incl. S&H) 

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Print version

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Reaction to the second edition of Book Magic

Book Magic hits the nail right on the head for anyone contemplating becoming a first-time author or even publishing a second or third book. Julie Ferguson covers all the latest techniques for getting your book published and includes some very useful insider tips on the publishing industry. I have used her advice with great success and highly recommend this book.
Doug Matthews, February 2009

A very good book – one every writer hoping to get published should read.
Jim Bisakowsi, Book Magic's cover designer, October 2008
www.bookdesign.ca

...Even published authors will find valuable insight in these pages. Ferguson plainly lays out the pros and cons of each publishing method, as she herself has published in several genres and explored every avenue.... Book Magic would be an invaluable resource on the shelf of most Canadian writers*, especially those new to publishing. The important information offered is succinct, and its 121 pages (plus helpful appendix) cover a lot of ground. And when you're done, publishing won't feel like such a huge obstacle.
*Ferguson, a Canadian, focuses on Canadian publishing information, but
doesn't neglect the more numerous publishing businesses in the US, either.
Jena Lohrbach, October 2008
For Jena's full review, click here

"Book Magic has everything I need to know about the publishing process in a concise, complete, and easily understood format. In your usual manner of not wasting or mincing words, the book is sized so I was able to read it in an afternoon, and specific sections can quickly be revisited. Thank you for sharing your expertise."
Irene Butler, September 2008 

"This is a great little book that will help any writer figure out what to do next to get published. Julie knows, really knows, the publishing world, because she has navigated it herself with her own books and has stayed on top of things so that she can coach others. Book Magic is short and snappy, and tells you what you need to know without overwhelming you with so much detail you just want to give up. It’s a gem. Highly recommended."
Joyce Gram, editor and writer, July 2008

"... you continue to be an inspiration to me. I will definitely be purchasing a copy of
Book Magic. Thank you for the advance notice of your new release!"
Lorna Hall, July 2008

 

Praise for the first edition of Book Magic

"Spectacular! You have saved me months, if not a year, of discovery."
"Packed with solid, practical  how-tos!"
"Your book gave me the tools and confidence."
"An information-packed book that provided guidance and inspiration."
 

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