What's the best way to present your work to a potential publisher?

Answer 1

Double-spaced.
Courier Font 12 pt
1.25" margins
Left Aligned (ragged right margin)
Leave 2.5" space before new chapter.
Use page numbers
Make sure your name, address and contact information are on the cover sheet along with the title and no. of words (rounded up to nearest thousand).
Put a header on each page with your last name and the book title in case the pages get separated.

Answer 2

I would recommend getting a large portfolio (with pockets, if possible). The way that I was taught, was to place your most recent works in the front, and older works in back. Don't put in alot of the same medium (if you are doing artwork). For example, show that you can use charcoal, pastels, water colors, and oils. If you prefer one medium over another, show your best works from that medium. If you aren't very good at another medium, that's okay. Publisher's want to see variety and creativity, plus lots of effort. Good luck!

Answer 3

Through an agent. Sad but true. Most publishers won't consider work that hasn't first been filtered by an agent.

Find an agent who takes on your type of work. Make a professional approach. There are lots of guidelines on the Internet.

Good luck!

Answer 4

i gave a detailed but general outline of story and plot, but i found if i sent too much they just wouldn't read it. i would say if the idea grabbed them in the first few pages you've got a chance, it's a real tough world to get into but always perservere e.g authors normally,on average, get up to ten rejections before getting the chance to shine. lots of luck