BCM Executive Producer and Director Alan O’Hashi has produced five PBS documentaries. During the COVID-19 pandemic, his work in progress stalled, and he dusted off his typewriter to resurrect his writing. He has now added Editor and Publisher to his credentials.
In early June 2019, he attended the Wyoming Writers, Inc. Conference in Laramie, where he met a publisher and pitched a book. Alan’s idea was accepted on the spot. He wrote 80,000 words and was contracted in October. It turns out that, COVID or no COVID, Alan doesn’t get out much. Since then, he has self-published nine books with another scheduled for traditional publication.
Securing a book deal on his first attempt wasn’t common. Alan didn’t realize how lucky he was. He became disillusioned by the stories he had heard from other authors about the daunting process of traditional publishing.
This led to the creation of Best Chance Media, which was designed around publishing and distributing Alan’s books and is diversifying, particularly encouraging first-time diverse authors to submit. As the book industry evolves, Best Chance will continue to adapt and provide first-time authors the best chance of success.
Do you have questions or comments? Ask Besty Bot about the writing craft and how to publish your book with Best Chance Media!
