How FAST Are You?
Are you fast? I don’t mean quick-witted. I don’t mean easy to get into bed, either (I’m happily married, thank you very much). No… I want to know if you can do certain things quickly, because your success (in publishing and in life) depends on it. Don’t get me...
Literary Agent Referrals – Are They Important to Book Agents?
Literary agent referrals – How important are personal connections when it comes to getting a top literary agent, publisher, and book deal? In other words, do you need to know someone influential in publishing… to become someone influential in publishing? This...
What’s In a Name?
What’s in a name – and what’s the best way to choose a title for your book? This article reveals how the rules for naming a book OR business are essentially the same. And it shows you how to do both. * * * Orgasm Chocolates Did I get your attention?...
Book or Brand for Literary Agents?
What is a brand – and what’s the best way to discover, develop, and build a brand? The meaning of the word “brand” has changed over the years. So has the best way to discover, develop, and build a brand. This article explains. It’s part...
Literary Agents and Edit Ink – The Skeleton In My Closet
Do you have any skeletons in your closet? I have one, sort of. As you might already know, some literary agents have affiliations with editing companies, vanity presses, and god-only-knows-what-else… to scam (deceive and defraud) unsuspecting authors. Today I’m...
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About Mark Malatesta
MARK MALATESTA is a former literary agent turned author coach. Mark now helps authors of all genres (fiction, nonfiction, and children's books) get top literary agents, publishers, and book deals through his company Literary Agent Undercover and The Bestselling Author. Mark's authors have gotten six-figure book deals, been on the NYT bestseller list, and published with houses such as Random House, Scholastic, and Thomas Nelson. Click here to learn more about Mark Malatesta and click here for Reviews of Mark Malatesta.