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Many writers assume literary agents are most akin to real estate brokers. While there are commonalities, a literary agent’s work can begin well in advance and continue long after the sale. At our agency and others, it’s not uncommon for […]
Recently, we’ve become sort of obsessed with outlines. We attribute this recent passion to one of our authors Ron Friedman, who wrote an incredible book that was published with Simon and Schuster called Decoding Greatness. Ron is a genius outliner, […]
There are so many false insights and resources out there about querying, confusing writers and pointing them in opposite and conflicting directions. How can anyone make sense of it all, without a personal connection to an established author, editor, or […]
How do agents take care of their authors, long after the two sign their agreement?
May! The unofficial start of summer – a time for longer days, fresh energy, and maybe even a little progress on that book you’ve been meaning to finish. With its lighter pace, early summer is the perfect moment to reset […]
Join the Florence Writers Retreat to Transform Your Writing and Publishing Journey Are you ready to make real progress on your book in one of the most inspiring cities in the world? The Florence writers retreat is your once-in-a-lifetime chance […]
You took up writing as an art, as a craft, to process all of those things you’ve bottled up internally for so long. Not to be a megaphone or a TikTok personality. And for those of you who didn’t grow […]
What makes an idea big enough for a book? Whether you’re writing fiction or nonfiction, success starts with a concept that stands out. A big idea isn’t just interesting — it’s bold, timely, and built to grab attention, especially when […]
Will I find an agent to represent my book? What, specifically, does an agent do? At what point in the publishing process should I seek an agent? As Lucinda discusses with our friend and gifted editor Kelly Notaras at kn […]
If you’re writing nonfiction, you’ve probably wondered about book proposals—what they are, whether you need one, and how to write one effectively. This blog post is your ultimate guide to understanding and writing book proposals, including why they matter, what […]