"Sometimes, agents stop submitting a book even when the writing is strong." Well it depends on what you mean by strong. Everyone can write. Or not write, depending on how cynical you want to be. There is an industry standard. Beyond that, what does the author bring? This is a big consideration. Maybe even the biggest. Thanks Vicky
Excellent post. I've found that submissions by BIPOC authors aren't selling... My more senior author friends have said they will try again in 3 years when the political climate is different... Crazy to have to factor that in too...
Love this post!
would you say PB’s with rhyming text is a big no-no for traditional publishing? I’ve read some articles that state such! 🫣🫠
That's what we want, us writers: an agent who cares. An agent with heart. Jerry McGuire, g$%**÷=*it.
Fascinating. And makes sense.
Thanks for the post, Vicki. I was convinced that agents received 15%, not peanuts. How can agents make a living?
Thank you for sharing what agents are up against. So hard not to throw in the towel.
"Sometimes, agents stop submitting a book even when the writing is strong." Well it depends on what you mean by strong. Everyone can write. Or not write, depending on how cynical you want to be. There is an industry standard. Beyond that, what does the author bring? This is a big consideration. Maybe even the biggest. Thanks Vicky
Excellent post. I've found that submissions by BIPOC authors aren't selling... My more senior author friends have said they will try again in 3 years when the political climate is different... Crazy to have to factor that in too...
Thank you for this peek into the minds of agents.