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Frequently Asked Questions
What is your address?How do I write to an author?
Can I submit my manuscript to Ballantine/Del Rey?
If I describe my book in an e-mail message, can you tell me if you want to look at it?
Can you recommend an agent for my work?
Can you tell me more about how to get published?
How do I apply for a job with Random House?
How can I get permission to use a part of a book (or book cover) for a project I'm working on?
I write for a newspaper (online service, etc.), and I'd like to request a review copy of a book.
There is a typographic or printing problem with a Ballantine book I purchased...
How can I order books?
How do I find an out-of-print book?
Do you employ freelance readers?
How do I find out about movie rights for one of your books?
Who do I talk to about the translation rights for one of your books?
What is your address?
The Ballantine Publishing Group
1540 Broadway
New York, NY 10036
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How do I write to an author?
You should send your letter to the author in care of our publicity department at the address above.
Unfortunately, we cannot forward e-mail to authors, nor can we give out authors' e-mail or postal addresses.
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Can I submit my manuscript to Random House?
Like most big publishers, Random House only accepts manuscripts submitted by an agent--the volume of materials we receive is just too large to accept unsolicited submissions. There is an excellent listing of literary agents in a book called The Writer's Market, which you should be able to find in a local bookstore or library. You can also visit their website at http://www.writersdigest.com for more information.
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If I describe my book in an e-mail message, can you tell me if you want to look at it?
Sorry, no. We do not accept queries via e-mail or otherwise.
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Can you recommend an agent for my work?
We do not make agent recommendations. If you are looking for an agent, a good resource to start your search with is The Literary Market Place.
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Can you tell me more about how to get published?
Many people write to us for advice on getting published. It is a complicated process, and also a lengthy one. The best thing you can do is learn as much as you can about how publishing actually works. One of the best resources for information on publishing is your local library. There, you should be able to find books that explain the publishing process from beginning (coming up with an idea) to the middle (submitting your work/finding an agent) to the end (seeing your book in print). If you are ready to submit your work, there are also books which will help you select suitable publishers and agents to approach. Ask your reference librarian for suggestions. You will also want to look at the following:
- The Literary Market Place : A large reference book that lists publishers and agents.
- The Writer's Market : A book that lists publishers and agents and provides some basic information on the publishing process.
- Publisher's Weekly : the magazine for the publishing industry.
- Writer : a magazine for writers which often has publishing information.
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How do I apply for a job with Random House?
For employment opportunities and information about our Summer Internship program, visit Jobs@Random.
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How can I get permission to use a part of a book (or book cover) for a project I'm working on?
Please refer to our to our Copyrights and Permissions page for all the details.
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I write for a newspaper (online service, etc.), and I'd like to request a review copy of a book.
To request review copies and author information from individual imprints, you may send requests to our publicity department at the address above.
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There is a typographic or printing problem with a Ballantine book I purchased...
If you find a misprinting (repeated or missing pages, upside-down pages) or believe that a Ballantine book you purchased is otherwise defective, please call 1-800-733-3000 (in the U.S.) or 1-410-848-1900 (for international calls).
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How can I order books?
Random House books are available wherever books are sold. We do not sell books directly to consumers, but we can help you find a store online or in your neighborhood. For information on ordering online click here.
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How do I find an out-of-print book?
Our catalog only carries a listing of Random House books currently in print. A good source for information on out-of-print books is Bibliofind.
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Do you employ freelance readers?
No, we do not use freelance readers.
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How do I find out about movie rights for one of your books?
Queries about movie rights should be directed to The Ballantine Rights Department at the address above. In general, the agent for the author retains movie rights, so you will probably have to contact the agent.
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Who do I talk to about the translation rights for one of your books?
Queries about translation rights should be directed to The Ballantine Foreign Rights Department at the address above.
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