Question:
Where do I go to find a publisher for my book on WLS?

Over the years both before and after I made the decision to have WLS, I have accumulated various artices, testimonials, advice, research and MY LIFE EXPERIENCES in weight trials and tribulations. I've met with several professional from this profession who seem to think my *notes* are promising and that it shows potential. I have also been furnished a "skeleton outline" for which to work with. I won't go into a lot of detail, but would like to know where I would start to find a very good, reputable publisher for my book? Anyone willing to help?    — yourdivaness (posted on February 19, 2003)

February 19, 2003
Finding an agent is often a good first step. There's a book called How to Get Happily Published that's supposed to be good. Another avenue is to write an article and get it accepted by a magazine, which then provides you with something to take to an agent or publisher. Where do you live? This could affect how you go about it.
   — sjwilde

February 19, 2003
One thing you could do is purchase (or use at the library) "Writer's Market, 2003." This is an excellent reference book that will not only have book publisher's info, but also hundreds upon hundreds of references for magazines and journals. It will tell you what book and magazine publishers are looking for, how to query, how to submit, what they pay, etc. I have used it to sell my greeting card ideas and have found it to be very reliable. I think every aspiring writer should have a copy. Good luck to you!
   — Kim A.

February 20, 2003
This is a great question and one that I'd like to have the answer to also! I've put together a book of 2g sugar or less recipes (115 recipes to be exact). I've had it printed and bound with a clear acetate cover and have sold almost 500 of them online and through support groups. I'm going to get it published/copyrighted but don't know how. Any ideas? If anyone is interested, see my profile page or visit www.freewebs.com/recipes-after-rny for sample recipes, photos and ordering information.
   — Lynette B.

February 20, 2003
I am not sure if it applies to books...but I used to write poetry and songs... and CMA told me that the quickest way to copyright them was to mail a copy to myself(fold and seal the paper so that the postmark is on the back of the last page). The postmark is legaly binding should anyone attempt to infringe on yor rights. Make sure that on future copies you make sure to type in the copyright date. You might consider contacting a publisher in Dallas...Ther are tons of them. Look them up in the Yellow Pages.
   — Laurie V.