Writers' & artists' yearbook 2008 : a directory for writers, artists, playwrights, designers, illustrators and photographers

This is the bestselling guide to markets in all areas of the media, completely revised and updated, and this year in its 101st edition, with a foreword by Alexander McCall-Smith.

New articles in this edition include: Notes from a successful historical biographer - Claire Tomalin; Notes from a successful literary editor - Claire Armistead; Notes from a successful romantic novelist - Jane Green; Audio publishing - Emma Higgs; The writer's blogger - Isabella Pereira; The role of the literary scout - Suzy Lucas.

It contains information on a huge range of topics including copyright, finance, submitting a manuscript, e-publishing, prizes and awards. 'Even established writers can feel as though they're climbing a mountain.

Think of the "Writers' & Artists' Yearbook" as your sherpa' - Ian Rankin. 'Full of useful stuff. It answered my every question' - JK Rowling.