What Agents Really Look for in a Query

Publishing & Author Career
2012
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The speaker explains what agents look for in a strong query letter and how to manage the submission process with confidence. Topics include understanding royalties and advances, tracking queries, working with publicists, and building a professional author website that supports visibility and credibility.

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