Blog Archive
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New Client Alert- Valerie Bolling
Jul 22, 2020
Name: Valerie BollingWhat you Write: I write picture books that I hope will make children feel at home in a book, especially those who are often underrepresented in books and in society. I want them to feel seen and heard, valued and validated.Agent: James McGowanWhy BookEnds? Book Ends is a reputable agency that has been […]
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The Changing World and Your Writing
Jul 21, 2020
When we closed our offices in March I had no real idea when we would reopen. I certainly didn’t think that by July there would still be no end in sight. While many companies are talking about returning in September, I’m skeptical and, frankly, I’m okay with it. Years ago, BookEnds set up the necessary […]
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New Client Alert- Tim Kleyn
Jul 17, 2020
Name: Tim KleynWhat you Write/Draw: I write and illustrate picture books!Agent: Tracy MarchiniWhy BookEnds? BookEnds is the type of agency that looks better and better the more you look into it. They’re a well-balanced professional group that has earned respect in the industry. What book do you wish you had written, and why? Probably Sam […]
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Welcome to Bookends, Sarahlynn Lester!
Jul 15, 2020
What you Write: Currently, I’m writing novels about funny teenagers with special needs. These are the first novels I’ve written where I’m laughing as I type, and my critique partners are marking “lol” in the margins more often than “!” I’m so excited to work with Sarahlynn and her amazing contemporary YA stories. Her characters […]
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BookEnds is Hiring
Jul 10, 2020
BookEnds is still open to resumes for literary agents and a contracts consultant. More information Jessica Faust.
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New Client Alert- Sadé Smith
Jul 08, 2020
Name: Sadé SmithWhat you Write: Children’s Picture Books and FictionAgent: Naomi DavisWhy BookEnds? I love the diversity within BookEnds and I appreciate the fact that POC authors are welcome at BookEnds. What book do you wish you had written, and why? I wish I wrote The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho because it’s my favorite book […]
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New Client Alert- Amy Lea
Jul 03, 2020
Name: Amy LeaWhat you Write: Contemporary Romance / Romantic ComediesAgent: Kim LionettiWhy BookEnds? BookEnds was my dream agency for many reasons. First, the BookEnds client list was full of authors (both in and outside of my genre) whom I adore and admire. In an industry that can seem harsh and intimidating, their wealth of resources […]
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New Client Alert- Jodie Slaughter
Jul 01, 2020
Name: Jodie SlaughterWhat you Write: RomanceAgent: Kim LionettiWhy BookEnds? When I was querying, I was very careful to only select agents and agencies that I could not only see myself growing my career with, but that I could also see myself feeling at safe and secure with. Long story short, both Kim and BookEnds gave […]
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BookEnds is Hiring
Jun 30, 2020
I have long promised to make publishing a more inclusive place and BookEnds has worked hard to contribute through the authors we represent. Where I’ve failed however, is within my own walls. Like many agents and business owners, I haven’t done the work I should have to actively bring in more publishing professionals of color. To […]
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New Client Alert- Sherry Monahan
Jun 26, 2020
Name: Sherry MonahanWhat you Write: Non-Fiction with an emphasis on food and drink in the Victorian WestAgent: Jessica AlvarezWhy BookEnds? Highly recommended, dynamic agency Tell us a bit about your writing process. Where do you write, and how often? I have my own office in the house that’s decorated with a Victorian theme to help […]
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Interpreting a Revise and Resubmit by a Literary Agent
Jun 25, 2020
Commonly called an R&R, a revise and resubmit request from a literary agent is both thrilling and terrifying. It can also be a whole lot of confusing. Typically an R&R is either an email or a phone call from an agent asking you to make specific changes before an offer of representation is made. These […]
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