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If you’re wondering how to write a book proposal that stands out to agents and publishers, start here: it’s a process. Even after an agent signs your project, expect multiple rounds of revision. In fact, the ten-page Overview—the centerpiece of […]
Wondering how to get a book deal without a platform? You’re not alone. Every day, talented writers ask: Do I need a huge following to get published? Here’s the truth: You don’t need 100k followers. You need credibility. And more […]
When debut author Dr. Dympna Lynch Weil joined the Lucinda Literary community, she wasn’t yet seeking representation — but her book concept was ready to evolve. In just a year, she refined her idea, restructured her proposal, and signed with […]
Deal Announcement We’re thrilled to announce that Nick Milo’s debut book has sold in a major auction to Simon Acumen, an imprint of Simon & Schuster. Nick has helped thousands take control of their attention and turn scattered information into […]
Deal Announcement We’re thrilled to share that How to Talk to Your Doctor by Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, MD, MS—known widely as Dr. Bayo—has been acquired by Cassidy Graham at The Open Field, an imprint of Penguin Random House, in a […]
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with popular BookTuber and first-time author Marguerite Faure for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation on her channel about the book publishing process. As part of her series documenting the journey of writing and […]
One of the things I love most about my work is collaborating with people who are just as passionate about book publishing as I am. Recently, I joined Book Proposal Coach and Publishing Consultant Richelle Fredson on her podcast Bound […]
Some useful activities that will help you, and/or your agent, as you await the verdict from publishers.
Excerpt from Get Signed by Lucinda Halpern. All Rights Reserved Let’s talk about looking at your book’s genre with an open mind. How certain are you that you are writing narrative nonfiction versus a memoir? Or a literary novel versus commercial fiction? […]
Crafting a standout book proposal starts with understanding what publishers really want. You need a fresh idea, a clear audience—and what book editors love to call strong “scaffolding.” If that sounds overwhelming, you’re not alone. We’ve heard from many of […]