Reedsy editor and former literary agentFran Lebowitz(who represented Julia Quinn ofBridgertonfame) tells us that there are a few ways of looking at not hearing from an agent: “One is the ever-delightful ‘Silence is the new no.’ Another is, well, if they are already saying no, my slig...
How to find and work with a literary agentFocuses on literary agents and their work. Agent as a writer's best friend; Benefit of a writer from a good agent; What can be expected of an agent; Author-agent ...
I’m not even sure I have the energy to hunt down a literary agent with all the auto-immune issues I have going on, but I’m getting older and have always wanted to publish a book so I guess I better get myself in gear already. Thanks for sharing this again on your blog and you...
“To be a literary agent you need to be endlessly curious and open-minded about what lands in your inbox,” says agentSarah Williams. “But there is incredible joy and satisfaction with having your personal taste match with what a writer has sent you, and that you know there is a place ...
How to Impress a Literary Agent.The article offers advice from various literary agents on how writers can stand out among fellow writers and impress agents. They include one from Emily Forland on the importance for query letters to include the value of the work, the correct spelling of names ...
We’ll cover self-publishing, how to find a literary agent, how to write a proposal for a book, and how to submit a book to publishers. Should I self-publish? There are two alternatives for new authors looking to publish their first fiction or nonfiction book. One option is to sign a...
a literary agent. Information on finding a good literary agent can be found on the Thomas Nelson website. You may also submit your book proposal to Christian Manuscript Submissions to be reviewed and then sent to Thomas Nelson. Thomas Nelson provides self-publishing services through WestBow Press...
Are you tired of searching for literary agents only to find that they're not accepting unsolicited queries? We've created a new product with you in mind. It's called Literary Agent Alert and it gives you the head’s up when an agent is looking for a book in your genre. Instead of...
It first-time novelists should finish their book before applying to agents. Literary agents work on commission: when the book sells, they get paid, so they want to make sure your project is an idea ready to be sold (not a half-completed dream). Spend some good quality time on perfecting...
Go to writing conferences or look for literary agencies. These are great to find many agents in a single place. No matter the method you use, remember that agents will have different tastes and specializations in books. Spending a bit of extra time looking for agents that are specifically in...