What does it take to craft a pitch that truly grabs attention in today’s publishing world? In this conversation, Jane Friedman—publishing industry expert and author of The Business of Being a Writer shares her journey into the publishing world and she shares her advice for writers looking to perfect their submission materials and navigate the ever-changing publishing landscape.

We discuss:

How to craft a compelling pitch that stands out
The balance between art and business for writers
Common myths about pitching and the publishing industry
Self-publishing vs. traditional publishing: What to know
Protecting your writing in the age of AI
How to adapt to the evolving publishing landscape and stay realistic about success
Understanding the real costs and considerations of hybrid publishing

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Resources and Links:

📑Interview Transcript
Roxane Gay - World of Wakanda
Monica Byrne
Kate McKean Substack
Jane’s Website
Submissions materials
Jane’s Website - publishing paths - traditional vs alt publishing
Created By Humans
Jane’s books

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JANE FRIEDMAN

Jane Friedman has over 25 years of experience in publishing and is a trusted voice in the industry. She is the author of The Business of Being a Writer and publishes The Hot Sheet and The Bottom Line newsletters, which are read by over 40,000 writers and publishing professionals. Jane’s expertise has been featured in major outlets like The New York Times, NPR, and BBC. She’s an educator, speaker, and a leading authority on the business of writing.

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