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How to Write a Cookbook Proposal

May 2, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

$25

From our organizers:

Have you ever dreamed of writing a cookbook? Or a non-fiction narrative related to food? If you’re a chef, food blogger, or journalist who would like to write a food-centric book, this class unlocks the mysteries of writing a killer book proposal for traditional publishers.

We will cover:
How to develop a great angle for your book
The mechanics of an irresistible cookbook proposal
What goes into a sample chapter
Finding an agent and publisher
Establishing a platform and marketing yourself
How advances and royalties work
If you’re a prospective author, come join us for a lively small-group lecture and discussion on how to attract an agent and editor and ultimately, a large reading audience for your work.

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Venue

  • Brooklyn Brainery Park Slope
  • 1110 8th Ave
    Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY 11215 United States
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