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Using Action in the Opening of a Book to Grab an Agent’s Attention
Steve Hutson
Literary agent Steve Hutson shares the type of story beginnings that capture his interest.
over 5 years ago
I have an Idea!
Outlining Your Story
What Literary Agents Look For in a One-Paragraph Synopsis of Your Book
Steve Hutson
Literary agent Steve Hutson shares the elements that should be included a book synopsis.
over 5 years ago
Traditional Publishing
Submission Process
What Literary Agents Look For in Nonfiction Book Proposals
Steve Hutson
Literary agent Steve Hutson shares the elements that should be included in a nonfiction book proposal.
over 5 years ago
Traditional Publishing
Book Proposals
What is a Query Letter? - podcast
Jill Marsal
Agent Jill Marsall discusses what a query letter is, how should it be formatted, and what's included. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
Traditional Publishing
Agents
The Importance of a Pitch - podcast
Gordon Warnock
Gordon Warnock, literary agent and founding partner at Foreword Literary, explains what makes a great pitch. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
Marketing Plan
Elevator Pitch
On Writing - Developing Dialogue - video
Harvey Klinger
Agent Harvey Klinger talks about the value of good dialogue and how it comes very naturally to some writers.
over 9 years ago
Fiction
Finding Your Voice
The Importance of a Pitch - video
Gordon Warnock
Gordon Warnock, literary agent and founding partner at Foreword Literary, explains what makes a great pitch.
over 9 years ago
Marketing Plan
Elevator Pitch
What is a Query Letter? - video
Jill Marsal
Agent Jill Marsall discusses what a query letter is, how should it be formatted, and what's included.
over 9 years ago
Traditional Publishing
Agents
On Writing - Developing Dialogue - podcast
Harvey Klinger
Agent Harvey Klinger talks about the value of good dialogue and how it comes very naturally to some writers. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
Fiction
Finding Your Voice
Designed to Sell: An Agent's Perspective - podcast
Peter Beren
The cover of your book is a key component to your book's marketing success. When you are self-publishing, hiring a cover designer is a good idea to ensure the cover looks professional. Literary agent and publishing consultant, Peter Beren, provides...
over 9 years ago
Traditional Publishing
Agents
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