Frequently Asked Questions

1. What types of books/proposals are you interested in?
2. Do you accept novels, poetry, or screenplays?
3. Do you represent Americans in their negotiations with major U.S. publishers?
4. How can a writer increase the odds that you will offer to represent their work?
5. Why is it so difficult to find a literary agent?
6. Why did you become an agent?
7. Why Do I Need a Literary Agent?
8. What are the most common mistakes authors make when pitching a project to you?
9. How should I pitch a book idea to you?
10. What does a good book proposal look like?
11. What's the most common complaint you hear from authors?

1. What types of books/proposals are you interested in?

I am interested in the following non-fiction subject categories: history, current affairs, business, management/leadership, politics, narrative non-fiction, television tie-ins, books based on popular blogs/Web sites, pop culture, true crime, television, music, reference, ornithology, science, conservation/environment, national security/intelligence, military history, health/diet/wellness, memoir, and humor. If you're working on a book in any of these subject areas, I would welcome the opportunity to consider your project.