If diamonds are a girl’s best friends, then the Guide to Literary Agents is a new author’s best friend. The resource, published yearly by Writer’s Digest Books, provides a wealth of information for authors aspiring to break into the industry.
As Writer’s Digest puts it on their website:
“Is your dream to become a published author? No matter what you're writing — fiction or nonfiction — in order to make your dream come true, you’re going to have to find a literary agent. … After all, landing an agent is one of the most important steps with the traditional publishing process.”
I highly recommend this book to new authors. This resource provides a wealth of information and is thorough enough to educate new authors on how the publishing industry works. Many new authors are frightened by the process of getting published, and the guide goes a long way to dispel myths and misinformation.
New authors will find the following most helpful:
-- An explanation of what a literary agent does and why it is beneficial.
-- How to find a reputable literary agent.
-- How to write a query letter and book proposal.
-- How not to begin your manuscript.
-- The pros and cons of self publishing.
-- Copyright information.
Like with anything, the more you know, the more powerful you are. If you are an aspiring author, educate yourself and reach for your dreams.
Ready to find a literary agent to represent you? The last step before sending out queries is to have your manuscript copy edited. Contact me to see how I can help you achieve your dreams.
As Writer’s Digest puts it on their website:
“Is your dream to become a published author? No matter what you're writing — fiction or nonfiction — in order to make your dream come true, you’re going to have to find a literary agent. … After all, landing an agent is one of the most important steps with the traditional publishing process.”
I highly recommend this book to new authors. This resource provides a wealth of information and is thorough enough to educate new authors on how the publishing industry works. Many new authors are frightened by the process of getting published, and the guide goes a long way to dispel myths and misinformation.
New authors will find the following most helpful:
-- An explanation of what a literary agent does and why it is beneficial.
-- How to find a reputable literary agent.
-- How to write a query letter and book proposal.
-- How not to begin your manuscript.
-- The pros and cons of self publishing.
-- Copyright information.
Like with anything, the more you know, the more powerful you are. If you are an aspiring author, educate yourself and reach for your dreams.
Ready to find a literary agent to represent you? The last step before sending out queries is to have your manuscript copy edited. Contact me to see how I can help you achieve your dreams.
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