Thinking Like a Literary Agent
Three ways my work as an agent influences my writing, and some advice for authors and illustrators in doing the same.
Working with An Agent: If you decide it’s time to part ways with your agent…
What to do if you’re ready to part ways/fire your literary agent.
Working with An Agent: Step 5 – Your Agency Agreement
What you should expect to see when reviewing your Agency Agreement, and what is a red flag.
Working with An Agent: Step 4 - Responding to an Offer of Representation
What you should do after receiving an offer of representation, including how to let other agents know.
Working with An Agent: Step 3 - Getting THE Call
A list of questions you should ask when a literary agent calls to offer representation, and how I approach the call as an agent.
Building Your Submission List: Making Better Targeted Submissions to Agents and Editors
How to build your submissions list to get closer to the agents or editors that are looking for your book.
Working with An Agent: Step 1 - Writing Your Query Letter
How to write a great query letter to attract a literary agent.
Working with An Agent: Step 2 - Researching Agents and Submitting
A great query doesn’t mean anything if it’s being sent to the wrong agents or through the wrong channels.