proposals (book proposals)

A book proposal is a detailed pitch that an author submits to a publisher to propose a new book. It outlines the book's topic, target audience, main ideas, and why it will succeed. The proposal often includes a sample chapter, author background, and marketing plans. Its purpose is to convince the publisher that the book is worthwhile and have a high chance of selling well. Essentially, it’s a persuasive document that helps publishers decide whether to invest in publishing the book before seeing the full manuscript.