Written by a top literary agent who gives writers an insider's view of how to find and work with an agent throughout the process of getting published. Includes: -- How to know that you're ready for an agent -- 7 ways to find an agent -- Writing a cover letter that grabs attention -- What to do with an agent once you've got one -- What you can expect and what you'd better not hope for -- Making sure this is the right agent for you -- Congratulations, now you have an agent AND an editor -- How to avoid the 7 worst pitfalls for aspiring writers -- And much, much more. In today's highly competitive publishing industry, literary agents are more important than ever. Whether you write fiction or non-fiction, reference or children's books, here is everything you need to know about using an agent to launch and sustain your literary career.
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Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
Concise and Complete:
This book gives a step by step approach to selecting and approaching Agents. There is a template for writing the query letter, things to look for when searching for an agent and some advice on writing. More importantly it gives a list of the things that will put an Agent off almost immediately like comparing yourself to Tolstoy and repeated calls to check if they received your submission for example . What is 'missing' from this book is a list of Publishers and Agents, and for that I recommend Jeff... more info
One More of the Same!:
Like so many other books aimed at separating wanabe authors from a few of their dollars, this is more of the same. No better or worse. If you need a book, go for the cheapest. It will help you as much, and leave you with money for a dog and a beer.
An important little book packed with information:
I read this book in the same way I would read a fiction novel, it was that enjoyable to read. Michael Larsen's writing style is humorous and easy to read. He inspires in a truthful way, letting you know the downsides to publishing and finding an agent as well. I finished this book in one day, and i'll be going back to it often to re-read the majority of it. It's jam packed with tips and relevant information that help you understand the whole process of getting the agent, what the agent does for you, how the... more info
Top of the Line Information:
I ordered two books on getting an agent. The other book had a listing of reputable agents which was helpful but I still had a lot of unanswered questions. "How to get a Literary Agent" is very informative as to why one needs an agent as well as the process to enhance one's chances of doing so. I really feel that every writer who has a book that is selling well should try to get an agent and this book will certainly be of great value in the process.
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