CAN A LITERARY AGENT HELP ME?

Navigating the publishing world can be daunting, but literary agents have in-depth knowledge of the publishing industry and strong connections with editors and publishers. They know which publishers are looking for your genre and can get your manuscript into the right hands.

Agents are skilled negotiators who work to secure the best possible deals for their clients. From contract terms to advance payments, they ensure you get fair compensation and favorable conditions. A good agent also provides valuable feedback to polish your manuscript before submission. They help you refine your work to make it as compelling as possible.

Beyond a single book deal, agents help manage and grow your writing career. They strategize long-term goals, handle foreign rights, and explore multimedia opportunities like film and TV adaptations. While doing this, agents protect your rights and interests, ensuring you’re not taken advantage of in a complex industry. They understand the legalities and protect you from unfavorable clauses in contracts.

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While a Literary Agent can significantly help your writing career, they are not responsible for marketing your book! That's why Market & Action have developed the ultimate Publishing and Marketing Plan for authors - a comprehensive step-by-step plan for promoting your new book.

But what if I’m self-publishing? If you are looking to self-publish - then an agent might not be for you….yet. There are many authors that commenced their writing journey by self publishing, establishing an audience and following, before then securing an agent to negotiate and secure bigger publishing deals.

Authors that followed this pathway include:

  • Andy Weir

  • E.L. James

  • Colleen Hoover

  • T.K. Leigh

  • J.A. Konrath

  • Kristen Ashley

  • Rachel Van Dyken

  • Penelope Douglas

Your journey as an author will probably follow many unexpected and unplanned twists and turns. Our goal at Market & Action is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to navigate this with confidence!

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