Breaking into book publishing can be rally hard. Traditionally, not being in the right city, having the right education (or work experience), or knowing the right people made it 100 times more difficult to get started. We know, we've been there.
In this episode, we're sharing our personal insights, tips, and inspiration to help you overcome the challenges and uncertainties that come with entering this industry. We want to make sure that you're equipped with the knowledge and guidance needed to make your aspirations a reality. So, let's dive in and discover the keys to unlocking your potential in the world of book publishing!
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Media Bistro: A job site for media professionals, to find publishing job opportunities. https://www.mediabistro.com/
- NYU MS in Publishing: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/academics/masters-degrees/ms-in-publishing--digital-and-print-media.html
- Chicago Manual of Style: Familiarize yourself with the industry's preferred style guide in publishing, to improve your proofreading and editing abilities. https://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/help-tools/Videos.html
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