Publishers In Singapore: Which Do I Choose?

By Mason Cephas


After you have spent all you precious time and effort in creating that book of yours, the next step you will be taking is to have it published. Since it is likely that this is your first time trying to get a book published, it is important to know just what it is you need to look for when you are choosing among the list of publishers in Singapore.

With so many publishers in Singapore to choose from, you will find it beneficial to make a list of prospective publishers for your book. You should take time to do some background research on the publishers included in your list. Take note of how long they've been involved with publishing in Singapore, the genres of book they publish, and the success of their published books.

If possible, try to be a member of a professional association that involves authors and publishers, or you can attend conventions on book publishing. This would provide an excellent opportunity to meet seasoned authors and get expert advice from them. You may also join online forums and discussion boards to ask help about getting your book published.

It is important to keep in mind that book publishing in Singapore, like other publishing process, can be quite a challenge for new authors. Since publishers want to make sure that they will profit from your work, they evaluate it carefully to see if it is worth publishing. Hiring an agent may help in negotiating for your book's publication.

When choosing from your list of publishers in Singapore, it is also a good idea to request for a sample of their published book so that you can evaluate the quality of their book editions. Pick the publishers whose publishing style suit your taste and have fewer errors on it. A good publisher should be able to provide your book with the smoothest editing possible.

Keep in mind that the process of getting your book published may also take a while - it involves writing a query letter to different publishers in Singapore. You must be patient enough to wait for their response, as it is not unusual for this to take a year or more, depending on the publishing firm. To even out the odds, make sure you send query letters to as many publishers as possible.




About the Author:

Choosing to write and publish is a difficult choice for some. However, for others, it feels like something that naturally comes to them. Drop by http://writeeditions.com to learn how Singapore publishers can help you explore what comes naturally for you.


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