Nondisclosure Agreements or NDAs for Literary Agents
What’s a Nondisclosure Agreement or NDA? Do you need one before you submit your book (or book idea) to a literary agent or publisher? And, how likely is it that they might sign a NDA? This article answers all those questions, and then some. * * * What Is a...
The “Author Activist”
If you’re reading this article it’s because you already think of yourself as an author (or aspiring author). But you might not think of yourself as an “activist” just yet. That’s a problem… Because, if you want to be a successful...
Interview with Former Literary Agent Mark Malatesta
Interview with Mark Malatesta, author consultant and the founder of Literary Agent Undercover. Last week I was contacted by Brian Feinblum, Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President of Planned Television Arts (PTA) for an interview. PTA is the nation’s leading book...
Your Wake-Up Call – Tips to Get Literary Agents
Several months ago I developed a new habit that you might want to adopt for yourself. That’s because this one simple strategy could help you get a top literary agent, publisher, and book deal. It could also help you get your book written in the first place. And it...
Drink Lemonade, Get Published
What does you getting your book published have to do with me going on a 10-day cleanse and fast (no food)? Everything… If you want to get your book published (or if you want to lose weight, detox your body, boost your immune system, etc.) read this article. Just...
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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.