Blog Archive
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Why I Became an Agent
Nov 13, 2006
One of the most frequently asked questions when I attend conferences or talk with authors is why I became an agent. And really my answer comes down to one simple thing: I don’t like rules. For those who don’t know, I started my career, like many others, as an editorial assistant for Carrie Feron (now […]
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BookEnds Talks to Julia Templeton
Nov 10, 2006
Julia Templeton Book: The Bargain Publisher: Berkley Pub date: November 2006 Agent: Kim Lionetti Julia Templeton has loved romance novels since reading her first historical romance over twenty years ago. She says it’s such a thrill for her to see her books on the shelf. She loves research, and when she’s not writing she enjoys […]
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Guarantees of Representation
Nov 09, 2006
In response to my post on Using Referrals and Requests, a reader asked: So basically—if you have requested more material, no guarantee that this is a representation request? I’m really enjoying your posts more and more and I feel you have some very helpful information. I have met quite a few authors who have Jacky […]
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When to Say When
Nov 08, 2006
In response to my post on Using Referrals and Requests, a reader asked: I have a general question: let’s say you’ve requested three different partials from one author (over time, clearly); two of those became full requests. If you pass on all three, should the author continue to query you on the next project, or […]
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My Reaction to Rejection
Nov 07, 2006
Last week I had a bad day. It probably wasn’t much different from any other day, but for some reason it felt worse. Two editors, both whom I respect and trust, rejected two different projects, both of which I love. Just as rejection is part of every author’s life, it is part of every agent’s […]
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Books We’d Like to See
Nov 06, 2006
Recently I participated in a Backspace (bksp.org) forum discussion where I was asked a number of terrific questions—some of which I’ll elaborate on here. The BookEnds website says: “BookEnds works with authors and publishers to produce the books we all want to see on our shelves.” I wondered if you could elaborate on that statement […]
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BookEnds Talks to Allyson Bright Meyer
Nov 03, 2006
Allyson Bright Meyer Book: The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Scrapbook Projects Illustrated Publisher: Alpha Books Pub date: October 2006 Agent: Jacky Sach Allyson Bright Meyer is a nationally recognized scrapbook artist who has published layouts in magazines, including Memory Makers and Scrapbook Trends. Allyson teaches workshops regularly at a local scrapbooking store, and her work […]
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The Submission Race
Nov 02, 2006
I got a letter today from an author pulling her work from submission. Apparently she had found other representation, and hopefully it is someone she loves and feels truly connected to. Most important, though, I hope it is an agent she trusts, values, and can work well with. I wish her nothing but the best […]
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Reader Questions
Nov 01, 2006
Besides the basic rants and raves about being a literary agent, and the comments they generate, I like to make sure we are giving you, the readers, what you want. So, please let us know if there are any questions you have for us, and don’t be shy. Is there anything you want to know […]
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Trick or Treat
Oct 31, 2006
I love Halloween. I’m a decorator and any excuse to deck out my house and yard is a good one. So as a special Halloween Trick and Treat I want to make sure everyone gets the opportunity to check out the International Independent Literary Agents Association list of Publishing Myths at www.iilaa.com (click “Enter” then […]
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Still Accepting Submissions
Oct 30, 2006
Recently a reader emailed us to ask the following question: I’ve noticed a bunch of discussions on your blog regarding submission response time. If agents are too busy working with their current clients to respond to queries, and even requested fulls, in a timely manner, then they must not need any new clients. Why not […]
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BookEnds Talks to Mary Ellen Hughes
Oct 27, 2006
Mary Ellen Hughes Book: Wreath of Deception Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime Pub date: September 2006 Agent: Jacky Sach Mary Ellen Hughes, in addition to being the author of Wreath of Deception, is the author of two previous mystery novels, Resort to Murder and A Taste of Death, as well as a few short stories. She’s […]
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