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?

9. How should I pitch a book idea to you?

Every agent is different, but for me, a short inquiry by e-mail is best. Describe the book project, why it's unique/special, and your credentials/platform. Do not paste entire chapters into the body of an e-mail message. Because of the volume of inquiries I receive on a daily basis, inquiries that are personalized (rather than copied to multiple agents simultaneously) and make an effort to recognize my interests are most likely to get my attention. If I'm interested in what you're offering, you'll hear from me!