The Most Trusted Guide to Songwriting SuccessWe live in a golden age of DIY artistry, and songwriters and musicians are no strangers to pulling themselves up by their bootstraps, or guitar straps, and blazing a trail toward their own success. Songwriter"s Market has been there with songwriters every step of the way for more than 37 years, providing the most complete and up-to-date information songwriters need to place their songs with music publishers, record companies, producers, managers, booking agents, fellow musicians, and more. This comprehensive guide gives you the tools and first-hand knowledge you need to launch, manage, and advance your songwriting career right now!In the 2014 edition, you"ll also gain access to:Newly updated information about using crowd-funding, social media, press-kits, grants, and smart phone apps to boost your creative independence.Songwriting tips from the experts, including Grammy-winning producers, songwriting instructors, and fellow musicians.Hundreds of songwriting placement opportunities.Listing for songwriting organizations conferences, workshops, retreats, colonies, contests, venues, and grant sources (helpful for indie artists looking to record and tour on their own). Now is the time to achieve your goals and make your way toward a rewarding career in the music business. All the tools you need are right here in this book. Combined with the drive, creativity, and heart you already possess, the sky is the limit for your success!"Songwriter"s Market is a valuable resources for songwriters, especially those living away from traditional music centers. It"s stuffed with useful information." --Pat Pattison, author of Songwriting Without Boundaries