How to Get a Six-Figure Book Deal: Nat's Journey with Crypto Confidential
January 9, 2025
Ever dreamed of landing a life-changing book deal?
Join Nathan and Nat as they discuss Nat's journey securing a $275,000 deal with Penguin Random House for Crypto Confidential.
They cover every step of the process: writing the proposal, finding an agent, pitching the book, choosing a deal, and what you need before you even think about starting the process.
Timestamps
- [0:00] Getting a $275,000 book deal from Penguin Random House
- [2:35] Two things you need for a nonfiction book deal
- [4:43] Traditional publishing versus self-publishing
- [5:58] Building an audience as an author
- [8:52] How big of an audience do you need for a book deal?
- [13:03] Writing a nonfiction book proposal
- [20:53] Getting a nonfiction agent
- [31:47] Pitching your book to publishers
- [37:22] Publisher interviews
- [40:22] Getting a preemptive offer
- [44:44] Potential downsides of receiving a large advance
- [48:58] How to find agents without warm introductions
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