#11 Do you have an agent?

Yes. Continue with #12.

No. You can reach out to publishers and editors without an agent, but you must do the work of an agent, including learning what’s involved in writing a query letter. Research agents to find those who handle the type of book you’re writing. Follow the guidelines for what the agent wants in, or with, a query letter. Have a lawyer review any proposed contracts with agents. Other resources to consider follow.

*From Jane Friedman, How to find a literary agent for your book.
*From Writer’s Digest, How to find a literary agent: finding agents appropriate for your writing.
*From The Write Life, How to find a literary agent: a comprehensive guide for aspiring authors.

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4 responses to “#11 Do you have an agent?”

  1. […] traditional publisher? July 1610. Do you know what indie authors must do for themselves? July 1911. Do you have an agent? July […]

  2. […] First, realize that you probably need an agent. Check out to #11. Then consider the length of time it will take to get your manuscript through the publication […]

  3. […] Be sure you have identified which rights you want your agent to represent you in any sale. The author’s bundle of rights includes more than the right to publish a work. This article on the Cornell University website provides an overview of what rights an author has, according to Copyright law. Go back and review #11. […]

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