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Book Proposals that Sell
Our team of Big-5 acquisitions editors and #1 New York Times-bestselling writers will collaborate with you to create a powerful book proposal and guide you through the entire publishing industry.
Meet our Team of bestselling editors and publishing professionals.
What We Do
Our Book Proposal Writing Services Include
Book Planning
Bestseller
Targeting
Direct Submissions
to Publishers
Our Work
#1 national & WSJ bestseller
NYT bestseller by producers of NBC’s The Office
#1 bestselling author, millions sold
NYT bestseller
100,000+ copies sold
Six-figure deal with Harper and WSJ bestseller
“Working with Updike Associates is a great experience. Having worked together on multiple books over the years, they’ve proven themselves to be reliable, responsive, and talented. Their team of bestselling authors is a great resource for us and I definitely recommend their services to any author or publisher looking for top-quality writing services with a well-managed process.”
“Working with Updike Associates and their team of bestselling ghostwriters has been a great experience all around. In addition to delivering excellent material in a timely manner, I especially appreciate their ability to adapt to demanding timelines and nonstandard processes. They are truly a classy organization that takes great pride in taking care of their clients. It’s rare to find such professionalism in a writing service. On one particularly demanding project, they really went above and beyond to produce an excellent manuscript within a two-month window—the way we and the organization handled the process was prompt, professional. They have also referred some great authors to us that we ended up signing deals with. I strongly recommend their service to any author, agent, or publisher.”
“KAA made my dream of becoming a published author a reality. When I first reached out to them, I knew nothing about the publishing business or how to write a book. KAA’s industry knowledge and insider connections were incredibly valuable in ensuring I had the best team for long-term success. KAA’s team, and very often Updike Associates himself, were truly my partners and guided me through every step—planning the book, structuring the chapters, positioning the book to my target reader, ensuring the writing was publishable, connecting me directly with the top literary agents in the country, introducing me to the best PR agents and marketers, and finally helping me choose between multiple offers from Big-5 publishers….They are the best in the business and really take care of you–I can’t recommend them highly enough.”
Why Should
You Hire Updike & Associates?
Proven Track Record of Success
Numerous award-winners and New York Times best-sellers have graced our shelves. Updike Associates is hired directly by major publishers and agents to assist their authors.
Big-5 Publishing Insiders Consultation on a Book
Consult with Big-5 publishing executives and acquisitions editors for feedback and publishing advice.
Authorization for Agent and Publisher
Our clients include literary agents and publishers who specialize in memoirs and biography, providing you with unparalleled industry access. While not every book is appropriate for trade publishing, we frequently secure publishing deals for our clients.
Marketing, Publicity, and Bestseller Strategy
We’ve launched hundreds of successful books in multiple genres—we know exactly which marketers, publicists, and bestseller strategies will work best to achieve your publishing goals.
Strategy and Navigation in Publishing
We assist you in developing an effective publishing strategy and navigating the industry. We ensure that your book is in good hands, whether your publishing goals include a trade publisher or non-traditional options.
Editors of the New York Times Best-Selling Books
Our clients benefit from the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have their book reviewed and edited by an acquisitions editor from a Big-5 publisher. Our editors have created and published #1 New York Times bestsellers, as well as launched some of the most important books in the last decade.
What Is Included in a Book Proposal?
The size and structure of book proposals vary, but most include some of the following sections.
- Overview: An executive summary of your book and why readers should read it.
- Author Bio: Tell us about yourself and why you're the best author for this book.
- Titles that are similar: A comparison of similar titles and authors, how well those books sold, and why your book fills a market void.
- Outline with annotations: enthralling chapter descriptions
- Marketing Strategy and Author Platform: A thorough examination of your ability and strategy for selling books
- Chapter Examples (optional)
The Writing of a
Book Proposal
01
Discussions on Discovery
We gain knowledge regarding your publication goals and think up ways to create a book and composing strategy that will help you achieve them.
02
Strategic Planning Meetings
Multi-day communication and collaboration in-person (optional) in-depth discussions on the book's positioning, reader promise, structure, content, marketability, competitive landscape, author platform, and publishing strategy. A Big five editor and/or a bestselling author are usually on your team.
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The Table of Contents
We create and finalize a detailed contents page that includes chapter descriptions.
04
Creating a Book Proposal
We will work closely with you to write (or edit, if you prefer) the book proposal.
05
Editing and Proofreading
A second editor reviews evaluate and edit the book proposal.
06
Identifying Agents and Publishers
We closely work with literary agents to ensure your success.