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What is a Chapter outline and why do I need it?

Yes, I know I should post more, but really, who has the time? I’m too busy betting on ridiculous things with my brother and girlfriend, (even though I know I’ll lose- case in point it wasn’t Jodie Foster in Single … Continue reading

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Ah Christmas. Where is that book when you want it?

Christmas for an agent is a bittersweet time. On the one hand, there are more Toblerone’s in the stores to eat, but on the other hand publishing accountants go on vacation and there are no cheques arriving to buy said … Continue reading

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Much Ado about Something

Well, it’s almost the end of October so I guess I need to blog again. People keep telling me to get onto the social media bandwagon, but I really hate it. People are lucky if I turn my cell phone.  … Continue reading

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On my way east- the glamorous life of a literary agent

Well, it’s that time of year again,  the pilgrimage to Toronto-the land of broken dreams and hard to reach publishers.   About twice a year I like to go and meet face to face with the publishers that I sell my … Continue reading

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Working with a Literary Agent

As you can tell, blogging is not something I do very often. Who has the time? Blogging really isn’t on my list of things to do, but I thought I would share a thoughts about my work today. A Sports … Continue reading

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Does an Agent make money?

Now don’t get me wrong. I like being an agent. But there are some weeks that it just wears a person down. Sometimes I wonder if I’m in the right business. This is not a business for the faint-hearted. Neither … Continue reading

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Why you should pick up the phone once in awhile

These days many people conduct their business by email. It’s usually reliable ( except online accounts which can log you out unexpectedly), and it’s a quick way to get your message across. But I think that many people rely too … Continue reading

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The Pros and Cons of Being an Agent

Someone once asked me “Why are you an agent?” I had to ponder on that question for a few minutes, because my first answer was ” I have no idea.” Truthfully, I ask this question every time that a publisher … Continue reading

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Moving on Up

So if you landed here, then this website is actually working. And you may have noticed my new look. I chose this football header because I am crazy about football. I wish the NFL was on all year round. There … Continue reading

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An Agent at the Olympics

Wow, it’s been ages since I’ve written on here. I guess I’m not cut out to be with the blogging trends. A lot of people chastise me for not jumping on the bandwagon of twitter and flickr and all those … Continue reading

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