| one of the most common questions people ask me | | | | good review of your writing skills and ideas. |
| (after where can I buy your book and how much is | | | | 2. Find a publisher |
| your pay cheque?). It's great to know that there are | | | | - Make sure you pick a suitable one who will be |
| many story-tellers amongst us and heartwarming | | | | interested in your book theme. No point sending a |
| when they share their book ideas with me. | | | | non-fiction book summary to a publisher that does |
| Below are my tips and resources: | | | | primarily children storybooks. |
| 1. Write a book synopsis. It should include: | | | | - You can check local book councils for a |
| - Theme of book: A brief summary of your book | | | | comprehensive list of publishers. |
| topic. | | | | - Do your research from their websites and check |
| - Introduction: Background information on your book | | | | their book titles. Then find the contact email and |
| topic. | | | | send your synopsis. It's better to send to a few |
| - Market research: Are there any books similar? Do | | | | short-listed publishers. |
| your research on them and how yours is different. | | | | 3. You may want to go with a smaller outfit as they |
| - Benefits for the audience: What will you readers | | | | may respond faster and be more easy-going. Most |
| take away and what do you hope to achieve. | | | | importantly, you must feel comfortable with your |
| - Your credentials: Your work bio. It will be good if it | | | | publisher and see eye-to-eye on the book direction. |
| is relevant to your book topic or demonstrates your | | | | Good luck! Feel free to drop me an email if you need |
| ability. | | | | more advice. |
| - Include a draft of your first chapter: This will be a | | | | |