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Several of our chatters are currently searching for an agent. People who know the publishing business know that a good agent can be the difference between remaining unknown and becoming a household name. But how do you find that "good" agent?
Victoria Strauss is a well-known name in the writing biz. She's part of Writer Beware, a valuable site that shines light on bad agents and publishers. In this article, http://www.sff.net/people/VictoriaStrauss/agentsearch.html , she gives valuable tips on finding an agent. It is a long article, but if you're ready for an agent, you need to read it all. Tonight, let's discuss "Some Practical Advice on Querying", the section about half-way down the page.
And please note how often Victoria mentions that you need to understand the BUSINESS side of writing! That is our focus at The Writer's Chatroom. The best book in the world can be a flop if the author doesn't understand how the business works. We do what we can to help you be successful.
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