tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7119990365479009764.post7078027037129109114..comments2024-03-14T18:09:09.667-05:00Comments on Do Some Damage: Secret Agent Man (or woman)Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7119990365479009764.post-932658030159631582009-09-05T10:10:16.312-05:002009-09-05T10:10:16.312-05:00The business aspect and contract-handling/explaini...The business aspect and contract-handling/explaining is what most folks think the agent is for, I think. Once the book is done, the agent takes over the business of the book, as you said, shopping it around and chatting with editors about the book. But I think most folks don't understand, as you mentioned, the work that an agent does, that a good agent can do, in helping you find your best book, not just your best deal.Steve Weddlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03876211586767139613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7119990365479009764.post-73777938461173696252009-09-04T17:28:24.328-05:002009-09-04T17:28:24.328-05:00Jay
My cabbage loving (and we mean that in a pure...Jay<br /><br />My cabbage loving (and we mean that in a purely platonic sense) agent has a lot of good sayings. And a lot of slightly insane ones, too. But you're right, it has to be the right person. After my first experiences with an agent (not the cabbage lover), I sincerely believe that.<br /><br />Debra<br /><br />Its a long and painful process, or it was for me. So many close calls, but in the end, sheer persistence is what paid off. Don't know if that's of use or not true enough :-)<br /><br />And yes, we are quite testosteroney around here. Even with Jay and Dave...<br /><br />Dave<br /><br />I am fearful to do anything but kiss up to the cabbage lover...<br /><br />And yes, he is grand at the old "helping improve the writing" business, too. But we'd better be careful. We don't want him getting a swelled ego...Russelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08882590221382217329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7119990365479009764.post-18288721868851244242009-09-04T08:45:20.432-05:002009-09-04T08:45:20.432-05:00I know your agent.... Kiss up. :-)
Seriously th...I know your agent.... Kiss up. :-)<br /><br /><br />Seriously though, great article. My agent has helped me immensely, not only with business, but also the writing part as well.Dave Whitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10185814518997114591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7119990365479009764.post-5326138441161121232009-09-04T08:09:21.904-05:002009-09-04T08:09:21.904-05:00Love this post. I'm deep in the agent-acquirin...Love this post. I'm deep in the agent-acquiring process right now with seven (brilliant, insightful, visionary) agents currently reviewing my work. I'm on the roller-coaster ride in a big way. One day I get a request, and the next day a pass. It's tough keeping spirits high. Thankfully, my current wip is keeping me from going crazy. Did you go through that when looking for an agent? <br /><br />BTW: If you ever decide you want to add a feminine voice to this awesome blog, let me know. I'd be honored to play with the big boys.;-)Debra Lynn Sheltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08238268767406623274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7119990365479009764.post-15681906910201726792009-09-04T06:39:26.191-05:002009-09-04T06:39:26.191-05:00Great article.
It can be a long process for some,...Great article.<br /><br />It can be a long process for some, while others get taken on by the first person they show a scribble to. But it's a great feeling having an agent.<br /><br />The key is that it needs to be the right person, someone who understands what you're trying to say. And someone who can tell you when you're failing to say it.<br /><br />I'm of a simmilar mind, I don't have a head for the business side of things. Or the way the market works, or what the submissions process is. I just want to write. And to have someone patient enough for my random emails and stupid ideas.<br /><br />An agent gets you name out there, too. And as your cabbage loving agent says, it's 'not who you know, but who knows you.'<br /><br />Now if only I could find someone to come make me a cup of tea....Jay Stringerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08764183157841848163noreply@blogger.com