Comments on: Why Agents May Be Opposed to Self-Publishing

By: Lianne Simon

Lianne Simon — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:18:00 +0000

Self-publishing may also be an option for those of us who have written something outside the usual genre markers. For instance, the protagonist in my novel is a teenager who was born with a genetic condition resulting in short stature and a sexually ambiguous body. It is written from a Christian perspective, but I have no idea how to track down the right agent and I have my doubts about finding a Christian publisher who would handle such a sensitive topic.

By: ronnepatt johnson

ronnepatt johnson — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 14:06:21 +0000

I would really like to have my book read and promoted by a reputable literary agent. I would have to know if there would be a fee involved upfront or, more hopefully it would be read on.consignment. Is this possible?
I definitely do not want to self-publish.

By: ronne patt johnson

ronne patt johnson — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 13:59:51 +0000

I would really like to hear from a reputable literary service or agent that might direct me properly. I am not a young woman and would really like to see my book in print (and, of course hopefully sell) so I could leave my family some legacy. I would deeply appreciate a reply

By: ronne patt johnson

ronne patt johnson — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 13:51:48 +0000

I have written a book (331 pages) of fiction. It is a story of a serial killer who starts out as a young boy beginning with his own sister. The crux of the book is how he cotinues to get away with it throughout the years and how those who do finally realize who the killer is, its too late. I would like to see it published because I believe it has a lot of potential not only for a book but for a series or movie. I DO NOT want to self publish because ill never know then if it has true merit. But I need a literary agent who would take it on consignment as I dont have the money to try it o my own. Can someone give me some guiance here?

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By: Carolyn Barbre

Carolyn Barbre — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 03:50:46 +0000

Quietly doing the same Cassandra. Good guess.

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