Three books compete for a space on writers' bookshelves. Click on the covers for more details

Writer's Market UK 2010

"Writer's Market UK" is the single most comprehensive resource for all writers - whether you write novels, short stories, poetry, plays, scripts, screenplays, articles or blogs. Following are the features: easy-to-use format and tabbed pages so you can quickly locate the exact information you need; fresh and up-to-date information; feature articles written by some of the industry's most experienced writers and insiders, covering everything from finding an agent and submitting your manuscript, to handling royalties and writing for the web; handy tips on how to approach publishers; and, unlimited access to a dedicated website for writers and publishers.

Writers' and Artists' Year Book

The bestselling guide to markets in all areas of the media, completely revised and updated, and this year in its 102nd edition.

New articles include:
Foreword by Kate Mosse
Notes from a successful mind, body and spirit author - William Bloom
Notes from a successful cross genre writer - Neil Gaiman
Notes from a passionate poet - Benjamin Zephaniah
Writing for soaps - Mary Cutler
Ebooks - Stephen Cole
Books published from blogs - Scott Pack

Contains information on a huge range of topics including copyright, finance, submitting a manuscript, e-publishing, prizes and awards

The Writer's Handbook

This is the an essential reference tool for everyone in the writing industry. With a brand new look and layout, the 22nd edition of this established title is edited by a well known and respected author with extensive experience in the publishing, writing and broadcasting industries. Feature new for 2008 is that it includes: free online access to the companion website and FAQs, a fully searchable directory, and a wealth of information for writers.It is completely revised and updated annually with newly commissioned articles from experts in the industry. It is rigorously checked and well known for its high level of accuracy.Described by "The Times" as 'the book no writer should be without', the new edition of "The Writer's Handbook" is the definitive guide for everyone in the writing profession. It also includes free online access to "The Writer's Handbook" website offering its comprehensive directory and even more resources and advice for writers.