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The Agents of Books & Such Literary Management Muse About Books, Publishing, and Life

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Reader Psychology Book-shapers

September 1, 2024 //  by Cynthia Ruchti//  22 Comments

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I enjoy having conversations with authors who are just discovering reader psychology. Maybe you are also fascinated by how the psychology of reading factors into the role of writers creating stories or nonfiction.

Imagine …

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How to Cook a Book

August 25, 2024 //  by Wendy Lawton//  7 Comments

Let’s explore how to cook a nonfiction book. I am an enthusiastic home cook. It’s a hobby and rather than cooking the same thing over and over again, I try to stay fresh so my enthusiasm for this daily task …

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A Warm Hello

August 18, 2024 //  by Jen Babakhan//  13 Comments

Sometimes you’re the last to know where your path is leading, even if, in hindsight, the destination was clear all along. When I graduated from college with a degree in Communication Studies, I wasn’t sure what I’d do with it. …

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Entrances and Exits

August 11, 2024 //  by Janet Grant//  29 Comments

Change keeps reminding us that it’s a constant in our lives. From the weather to our clothes to the television channel, stability is hard to come by. That’s true for our agency as well. Today, I have two changes–entrances and …

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A Peek into Agenting

August 4, 2024 //  by Debbie Alsdorf//  3 Comments

I could have never imagined that I would be a literary agent. I was the author in 2002 tagged “the accidental author.” The beginning of my writing journey was accidental but what wasn’t is the desire to help others. Bringing …

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Christmas in July! Upcoming client releases for Christmas time.

July 28, 2024 //  by Rachel Kent//  2 Comments

It has been SO hot in our area of California that I’m starting to dream of Christmastime. Cool air, beautiful lights and decorations, hymns sung at church and while decorating the tree, peppermint mochas…

Ahhhh. I’m ready!

Because I’m feeling …

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Platform Strategy: The “Rule of 3”

July 21, 2024 //  by Barb Roose//  8 Comments

Who’s ready for a new strategy to build a platform? Today’s conversation offers a fresh tool for starting your publishing journey or seeking inspiration. Perhaps you can relate to one of the following groups who tend to struggle with platform:…

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Ready for a Contract?

July 14, 2024 //  by Cynthia Ruchti//  12 Comments

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Did you think it was a typo? Why is there a question mark at the end of the title of this blog post? Of course, you’re ready! Eager! Trembling with anticipation! Gimme!

It’s not …

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Ten Things that Make a Thumbs-Up Novel

July 7, 2024 //  by Wendy Lawton//  11 Comments

Today, I’ve decided on a very subjective  exploration about what makes me give a novel an unflinching thumbs up. This is not a blog that represents anyone’s taste but mine. Purely personal. I’m guessing there wouldn’t be another literary agent …

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What’s new in the ever-changing world of AI?

June 30, 2024 //  by Janet Grant//  8 Comments

Keeping up with developments in the world of AI is challenging. Once ChatGPT released, I read every article I could find. But the sheer volume did me in. So I’ve curated a few articles I found especially elucidating and provided …

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