"This is the book I wish I could have found at the very start of my career as a novelist."The multi-faceted, complex, and somewhat mysterious world of the publishing industry can quickly turn into a maze, ensnaring aspiring or new authors within the twisting alleys of its labyrinth.Multi-published, award winning author Claire Gem spent the first five years of her career floundering, wandering through a tangled jungle without a guide. In "The Road the Publication," Ms. Gem takes charge and assumes the duty of cartographer-map-maker for the aspiring author. You know your goal, right? You want to publish your book. Ms. Gem provides a comprehensive, entertaining tour of the publishing industry and its many facets. It's then up to you decide which route you're willing to take to reach your pot of gold-your published novel at the end of "The Road to Publication.""This is a great book, and I believe a necessary one . . . so much more entertaining to read than a straight how to guide." Allie Rottman, Editor