The Writer's Handbook 2002

A complete reference for writers, journalists, publishers, editors, screenwriters and broadcasters. In its 15th year, this edition of the "Writer's Handbook" contains over 5500 entries covering every area of creative writing. Key sections include book and magazine publishing, enlarged UK and US agents sections, newspapers, screenwriting, TV and radio, theatre, film and video, and poetry, alongside practical information about taxation, copyright, grants, bursaries, writers groups and much more. Special features for this edition include Melvyn Bragg on the new National Academy of Writing, David Hooper on Libel, Maureen Waller on the first year as a writer, the bestseller market, how to sell poetry, the Arts Council's guide to creative writing, and the most useful websites for writers.