Editing Power: From Creativity and Planning to Interpersonal Relationships

Author: (Japan) Kazuyoshi Oba
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: A collection of 35 years of editorial experience from the chief editor of Kodansha's "Modern Shobo" series. A seasoned veteran in publishing, a must-read for aspiring editors, and essential for book lovers.●What is the nature of editorial work?●How to create successful bestsellers and long-term sellers?●What qualities should a good editor possess?●Where does creative idea generation come from?●Key points in publishing planning?●How to approach authors for manuscripts without hesitation?●How to hype new book releases?●How to develop a professional network?This book starts with a humorous approach, pointing out the misconception of scriptwriters in dramas being disconnected from reality, then delves into the various aspects of editorial work based on the author's own experience. It provides detailed explanations on the definition of editing, the different roles in the publishing industry, how changes in the publishing environment have expanded the scope of work, the transformation of processes brought about by full computerization, and various important considerations from planning and soliciting manuscripts to proofreading and printing. Additionally, it specifically lists the personality traits of an editor, serving as a reference for those aspiring to the publishing industry. This is an on-the-ground editorial textbook that thoroughly explains the essence of editorial work, from book idea generation, communication with authors, manuscript collection techniques, table of contents creation, cover design evaluation, subheading placement, hyping new book releases, understanding distribution channels and marketing, to developing a professional network. It is a practical manual that all seasoned publishing professionals and new editors must refer to. A seasoned veteran in publishing, a must-read for aspiring editors, and essential for book lovers. A distillation of 30 years of editorial experience, completely changing your perspective on books!