Get a literary agent :
by Sambuchino, Chuck
Edition statement:First edition. Published by : Writer's Digest Books (Cincinnati, Ohio) Physical details: 247 pages 22 cm ISBN:9781599638010. ISSN:978159963 Year: 2015| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Introduction
Part One: Getting ready to pitch
The skinny on agents (and why you want one)
Before you pitch
Research reps and create your list
The submission process: what to expect at a glance
Getting an agent for your self-published book
Part Two: Your submission tools
The all-important query letter
Query letter examples
Query letter FAQs
Starting your first chapter right
Writing the synopsis
Nonfiction intensive: Book proposals
Nonfiction intensive: Platform and marketing
Part Three:Giving yourself the best chance possible
Once you submit
Working with an agent
Final advice from agents
Appendix: Glossary and resources
Glossary of publishing terms
Glossary of genres and category definitions
Further resources
The AAR canon of ethics
If you've ever wondered what a literary agent can do for you--and why you need one--this invaluable guide provides the answers.
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