You have to become your own salesperson. Inc. This year's conference attracted about 150 writers to the Inn of the Ozarks to hear an impressive panel of editors, agents and authors.
Publishers have to have books to sell.
They need product. It's a neat opportunity for the writer who looks at publishing as a business. If you're serious about selling your work, listen carefully to how publishing works. We're all in this business because we dream of a big hit. Publishers are looking fo the next big thing.