Would you like a
career where you get paid for reading novels from
known and unknown writers, help new authors develop their writing
careers, and share in the profits of bestselling books? You can as a
literary agent.
The publishing industry is
undergoing phenomenal growth. There are more than twice as many
publishing companies now than there was just a few years ago. Hundreds
of thousands of authors are seeking literary agents to help them reach
these publishers. Career opportunities in literary representation have
never been better.
This book takes you
step-by-step through the business of literary representation covering
everything from setting up your business, finding and working with
writers, locating the best publishers, working with editors, making the
sale, to negotiating contracts. It reveals the many fascinating inside
secrets about getting published.
You will learn:
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How to identify marketable
manuscripts
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How to turn good manuscripts
into potential bestsellers
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How to create persuasive
query letters and convincing book proposals
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Where to find and how to
approach the right publishers
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How to develop lasting
business relationships with editors
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The secret of avoiding
rejection
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How to make unpublished
authors look like professional writers
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How to get the most money
from publishers
Although written primarily for
people considering careers as literary agents, this book also explains
how you can be your own agent. Writers don’t need agents if they know
how to approach publishers, properly prepare and send submissions, and
deal with editors all of which are covered in this book. You will
learn how to present yourself as a professional and get the same respect
that is given to successful authors and agents.
This book is also of benefit
to writers who want to know how to find and work with reputable literary
agencies. You will learn where to find the best agents, how to work
with them, and what they can do for you.
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