With more than 1,300 practicing literary agents across the country, where do you start? Fear not—Writer’s Digest has again assembled its annual short list of literary agents who’ve confirmed they’re open to reviewing queries from new and established authors alike.
by Chuck Sambuchino
Date: November 10, 2009
Can technology bridge the gap between science fiction and social activism? Broad-reaching author Cory Doctorow says it can—and that taking risks online can reap rewards in print.
by Christina Katz
Date: October 27, 2009
Make sure your agreement protects you—and your book. Here are 6 key terms/areas you need to address before signing on the dotted line.
by Paul S. Levine
Date: October 06, 2009
You know how things work today. But what can you expect from literary agents in years to come? Let us give you a glimpse into the future and explain how it will affect you, the writer.
by Jane Friedman
Date: September 29, 2009
Because publishing is a business with limited time and resources, authors should be aware of the 90/10 rule.
by Jerry D. Simmons
Date: September 22, 2009
Many authors think having a large print run for their book is important, when it fact it is not as important as sell-through. Here's why.
by Jerry D. Simmons
Date: September 22, 2009
Here's your step-by-step guide to the publishing process–how it works, why you need to know and how you can play an influential role in your book’s success.
by Jerry D. Simmons
Date: September 22, 2009
A veteran author tells you, writer to writer, what getting published is really like—and confronts the seven biggest myths.
by Elizabeth Sims
Date: August 26, 2009
Just because you're excited someone wants to represent you doesn't mean you should let them take advantage of you. Beware of these red flags when negotiating contracts with agents.
by Howard G. Zaharoff
Date: August 06, 2009
If you want to have testimonials to use in promoting your writing and platform, you have to be proactive. Here's how.
by Christina Katz
Date: July 31, 2009