Understanding the Realities of Publishing

Categories: Agents | Career | Publishing

Priya Doraswamy offers an inside look at the publishing world from an agent’s perspective. She discusses the query process, the relationships among authors, agents, and editors, and the underlying reasons for rejection. She also shares insight into the changing seasons of publishing and how writers can navigate them with patience and purpose.

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