About the Intern Training Manual

Developed by a panel of publishing experts and the CLMP staff, the Intern Training Manual is a comprehensive guide to literary publishing and a behind-the-scenes resource for new interns all rolled into one. By sending new interns the Intern Training Manual (avaible in an easily-disseminated PDF format), publishers can save hours of needless explaining and avoid countless mistakes!

The Intern Training Manual includes the following:

ADMINISTRATIVE:

• Time Management Tips
• Phone Etiquette 101
• Common Sense Rules for Data Entry
• A Guide to Shipping Services
• How to Write the Perfect Business Letter

PRODUCTION:

• Production Glossary
• Production Basics
• How to Get a Cost Estimate for Printing
• Tips on Working With Printer's Proofs/Bluelines

PROMOTION:

• Glossary of Marketing Tools
• Doorstep Prospecting: Making the Most of Your Connextions
• Organizing an Exchange Ad Campaign
• Press Release Outline
• Sample Letter to Reviewer/Event Venue
• Sample Event Fact Sheet
• Sample Conference Packing Slip

FUNDRAISING:

• Grant Reseach and Foundation Cultivation
• Grant Proposal Components
• Breaking Down Direct Mail

EDITORIAL:

• Editorial Policy: Know Thy Publisher
• Editing vs. Copyediting vs. Proofreading
• Using Professional and In-House Style Manuals
• Managing the Slush Pile
• Editorial FAQs: How to Answer Queries

RESOURCES:

• Bibliography and Internet Resource Guide