|
|
|
It's amazing how much of writing a book is mental!
Oh, I can do the "technical" aspects, writing, properly preparing the manuscript, finding agents to send the project to, sending out proposals...but the more rejections I get and the longer it takes, the harder it gets mentally.
I'm...
|
Comments [0] - Views [23]
|
|
|
|
As I continue the search for a literary agent to represent my project, I take note of course on where each agency is located.
Since all the major publishing houses are in New York, a New York agent would seem to be a priority. But there are many successful agents who don't live in the Big Apple....
|
Comments [1] - Views [22]
|
|
|
|
As anxious as I am to hear back from the agent considering my proposal, I have to remember it has only been about six weeks since I mailed it. For most agents, that's a short period of time to consider a project. I checked the web site of this particular agent, and there is no mention of response...
|
Comments [1] - Views [21]
|
|
|
|
I still haven't heard from the literary agent who received my book proposal by snail mail. In this case, I'm thinking no news is good news.
Still plugging away on the remaining chapters and researching more potential agents.
Keep writing!
www.SonnyLong.com
|
Comments [2] - Views [13]
|
|
|
|
One important lesson I have learned over the years trying to sell manuscripts is that I had to develop a thick skin and learn to accept constructive criticism and rejection.
The agents who look over proposals are professionals and must feel strongly about a story before taking it on -- and...
|
Comments [1] - Views [45]
|
|
|
|
I got one proposal with two sample chapters sent via e-mail to an interested agent this weekend. I hope I'll have something positive to report soon. If not, I'll move on and continue to pitch the project.
Wish me luck.
Keep writing!
www.SonnyLong.com
|
Comments [1] - Views [22]
|
|
|
|
I groused a few weeks back about not being able to retrieve some files from an old computer because it has neither Internet software on it nor a USB port. Yes, I could take it to a "shop" and pay to have it done, but I am cheap!
Anyway, I've been forced to re-type manuscript pages...
|
Comments [1] - Views [19]
|
|
|
|
I know better than to get too up or too down when hearing from agents. I've had nibbles before that turned into nothing.
But, I've completed the proposal for my true crime book, complete with two sample chapters and will be sending them on their way to two agents who have expressed an...
|
Comments [1] - Views [20]
|
|
|
|
I have learned a lot in preparing the proposal for my true crime book. I never was really a big reader of true crime, although I had read some like Joseph Wambaugh and an Ann Rule or two.
By the way, Ann Rule rules true crime. She's had 28 books published and another one coming out in November....
|
Comments [0] - Views [7]
|
|
|
|
A few weeks back I detailed what a non-fiction profile should include. The last few days I've actually had to write one as two agents have requested more information on my book.
It's a chore!
Not only do you have to do some research (sales of similar books, marketing and promotion...
|
Comments [0] - Views [7]
|
|
|
|
Tom Petty was right.
It's only been about 10 days since I sent out my last electronic query to an agent who indicates she takes two to three weeks to respond, but I'm getting antsy. I should know better by now.
Am compiling a list of several more agents to send queries to, and this time I'll...
|
Comments [0] - Views [9]
|
|
|
|
It's an interesting process really, trying to match your project with what an agent says they are looking to represent.
I poured over hundreds of more listings Sunday and saved several to go back and query. I did send out one more electronic query to an agent that has on her wish list...
|
Comments [0] - Views [9]
|
|
|
|
My outline is complete, 12 chapters worth. Am now filling in each one with some expanded content, like the sample I gave last time, to give the potential agent an idea of what exactly is in that chapter. Some of it is going faster than others.
My box of newspaper clippings and notes is...
|
Comments [1] - Views [14]
|
|
|
|
While discussing proposals and submissions during the last couple of weeks, I forgot to mention electronic submissions.
More and more agents are accepting query letters and even proposals via e-mail. Read the agent's guidelines carefully and make sure you follow them to the letter. They are very...
|
Comments [0] - Views [15]
|
|
|
|
For years I have used the annual Writer's Market to research potential agents and publishers. If you can't afford to buy it, check your local library. Also check the library for the Literary Market Place. Both are excellent places to start your search.
Several magazines, Writers' Digest, the...
|
Comments [0] - Views [4]
|
|
|
1 2
