The Complete Idiot's Guide to Publishing Science Fiction

Writing and publishing your science fiction story or novel can be difficult. Story development, publishing and marketing are tied together closely and not knowing about that cooperation makes it harder to break in and get published. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Publishing Science Fiction and Fantasy is an insiders guide to the world of science fiction and fantasy publishing. Covering everything from networking and story preparation to submission and agent solicitation, this book tells the reader how it all fits together -- and most importantly, how to get in! What is "fandom" and why is it important to the science fiction writer? Why are workshops important? How does real science figure into the mix? These questions along with information on short story and novel markets, tie-in stories and novels, novel publication, fan conventions and more mark a definitive work by insiders in the science fiction world for writers who want to understand and become a part of this hard-to-break-into market. And, don't forget those awards that science fiction writers consider a valuable currency. The entire list complete with importance and submission suggestions are included!