Now, more than ever, in a market glutted with aspiring writers and a shrinking number of publishing houses, writers need someone familiar with the publishing scene to shepherd their manuscript to the right person. Completely updated annually, Guide to Literary Agents provides names and specialties for more than 800 individual agents around the United States and the world. The 2009 edition includes more than 85 pages of original articles on everything writers need to know including how to submit to agents, how to avoid scams and what an agent can do for their clients.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Extremely Helpful Book:
I purchased this book with the sole purpose of learning more about the publishing business, specifically, why we need to get an agent and how to go about it. Sambuchino not only informs the reader of how the machinery of American Publishing works, but he also informs about the pros and cons of self-publishing (independent publishing). His information seems balanced and truthful. I agree with some of the reviews that said some of the agent's info had changed, but is that the author's fault? They were... more info
Guide to Literary Agents:
This appears to be a writer's best guide for getting published. I will know its effectiveness once I accomplish that goal!
Guide to Literary Agents:
Book came sooner than expected and it was in great shape! I would buy again from this seller.
Helpful Hint:
This is a SUPER-GREAT reference book for finding an agent. HOWEVER, do not skip the step of checking out the agent's website! One agent I looked up had changed the name of the agency, one changed the contact person, one changed the preferred method of first contact, etc. As up-to-date as the book is, it simply cannot be as current as the internet...but it does provide internet addresses!...as well as a ton of other important information. The first part of the book helped me to get a firm idea of what... more info
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