When I submitted the proposal for my newest book, Jane Austen for Kids, I also included a market analysis. A market analysis often helps publishers make the decision to offer a contract. Plan to include one with your next nonfiction submission.
Add the wisdom of an owl to your ninja expertise. Whoo-oo-oo knows? A market analysis just might help you land your next contract. THE RESEARCH List three to seven book titles that could be potential competitors.
THE COMPETITION Look for books that meet these criteria:
THE STANDARDS Most publishers expect to see standard information for each competing book:
THE MEASUREMENTS Search online to measure projected interest in your book. For example, if I wanted to write a picture book about a child’s trip to the dentist, I search, “How many children visit the dentist?” An article states 83% of children ages 2-17 went to the dentist in 2013. THE ANALYSIS Start with a paragraph that measures a specific interest in your topic. Follow with a paragraph about each book you’re featuring. In each paragraph, list standard information about each book, a short summary, and how your manuscript is different. -Nancy I. Sanders is the children’s author of over 100 books including the how-to book for writers, Yes! You Can Learn How to Write Children’s Books, Get Them Published and Build a Successful Writing Career. Visit her website at www.nancyisanders.com.
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Linda Skeers
4/19/2019 08:05:49 am
I'm never sure what to include -- so this is the perfect post for figuring it out! Thanks!
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