The author and the literary agent.

Discusses aspects to be expected once a literary agent expresses interest in representing an author for getting commercially published. Expectation of genuine enthusiasm for the book; Right to understand fully the contents of agreement with the agency; Knowing where the work is sent; Awareness of t...

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Published in:Writer (Kalmbach Publishing Co.) Vol. 110; no. 10; pp. 13 - 17
Main Author: Hornfischer, Jim
Format: Article
Published: Firecrown Media Oct97
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Summary:Discusses aspects to be expected once a literary agent expresses interest in representing an author for getting commercially published. Expectation of genuine enthusiasm for the book; Right to understand fully the contents of agreement with the agency; Knowing where the work is sent; Awareness of the terms of a publisher's offer whether unacceptable or not; Other responsibilities.