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Nicholas Sparks’ Literary Agent – and BIO
All of Nicholas Sparks’ books (17 of them) have been New York Times bestsellers. He has nearly 80 million copies in print worldwide, in over 45 languages, including over 50 million copies in the United States alone. Sparks wrote The Notebook over a period of six months at age 28, published by Warner Books. I remember buying The Notebook as a “case study” when I was an agent – because it had been such a huge success. I wanted to figure out why it was such a success (I mean… the guy’s good looking, but he’s not that good looking).
If you haven’t already read The Notebook and/or watched the movie, I suggest you do so. Try to figure out why it’s been so successful. If you’re already familiar with some of Nicholas Sparks’ work, tell me (below) why you think it’s been so successful. By the way, you don’t have to be nice about it. Speak your mind. I don’t think Nicholas Sparks would necessarily say that his work is “classic literature that’s changing the world.” I also doubt that Nicholas Sparks is reading my blog. But you have to admit, the guy’s doing something right.
What do I personally think about the work of Nicholas Sparks? I’ll tell you that I a little bit later, after you’ve shared your opinion (in the comment section) below. I don’t want to bias anything. 😉 Now, here’s some info about Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent (and the rest of his bio)…
Nicholas Sparks followed The Notebook with Message in a Bottle (1998), A Walk to Remember (1999), The Rescue(2000), A Bend in the Road (2001), Nights in Rodanthe (2002), The Guardian(2003), The Wedding (2003), True Believer (2005) and its sequel, At First Sight(2005), Dear John (2006), The Choice (2007), The Lucky One (2008), The Last Song (2009), Safe Haven (2010), and The Best of Me (2011), as well as the 2004 non-fiction memoir Three Weeks With My Brother.
Safe Haven marks Sparks eighth film adaptation, bringing his cumulative worldwide gross to nearly three-quarters of a billion dollars. Sparks lives in North Carolina with his family and he contributes to a variety of local and national charities. Between his foundation, and the personal gifts of Nicholas and Catherine Sparks, more than $10 million dollars have been distributed to deserving charities, scholarship programs, and projects.
Not a bad role model for aspiring authors…
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Theresa Park – Nicholas Sparks’ Literary Agent
Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent is Theresa Park with the Park Literary Group. Theresa began her career as a publishing agent at Sanford J. Greenburger Associates in 1994. (Prior to that, she was an attorney at Cooley Godward, a Silicon Valley law firm.) Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent represents a mixture of plot-driven fiction and serious nonfiction. Some of her other clients include Debbie Macomber, Emily Giffin, Laura Zigman, Linda Nichols, Robert Whitaker, Lee Silver, B.R. Myers, and Thomas Levenson. Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent is graduate of U.C. Santa Cruz and Harvard Law School. She is married and has two children.
Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent represents:
FICTION: Action/Adventure * Commercial * Historical * Literary * Mainstream * Suspense * Thriller * Women’s Fiction *
NONFICTION: Autobiography * Biography * Business * Celebrity * Cooking/Cookbook * Cultural/Social Issues * Current Events/Affairs * Film/Entertainment * Food/Drinks * History * Memoir * Military/War * Money/Finance * Music * Narrative * Politics * Pop Culture * Religion * Science * Self-Help/Personal Development * Spirituality * Sports * Technology * Travel *
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Complex Chinese rights for The Lucky One to Rye Field, in a nice deal, by Gray Tan on behalf of Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent Abigail Koons at The Park Literary Group.
Safe Haven to Tianjin Chinese-World Books, in a nice deal, by Gray Tan on behalf of Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent Abigail Koons at The Park Literary Group.
Simplified Chinese rights for The Last Song to Tianjin Huawentianxia, in a nice deal, by Gray Tan on behalf of Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent Abigail Koons at Park Literary Group.
The Choice to Rye Field in Taiwan for complex Chinese rights in a nice deal to Nha Nam Publishing in Vietnam, in a nice deal, by Gray Tan on behalf of Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent Abigail Koons at Park Literary Group.
Complex Chinese rights for Dear John to Rye Field in a nice deal, in a pre-empt, by Gray Tan on behalf of Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent Abigail Koons at Park Literary Group.
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Nights in Rodanthe to Warner Bros. and producer Denise Di Novi, by Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent Theresa Park.
The Lucky One to Warner Bros., reportedly for seven-figures, for producer Denise Di Novi by Nicholas Sparks’ literary agent Theresa Park.
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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 
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 
I have an unbelievable story similar to the Notebook, except that I, as a daughter, cared for my Alzheimer’s parents until their deaths (with adverse sibling views/comments) which I would like Nicholas Sparks to consider writing.
Hi Janet, I’m sorry for your loss. Regarding your project, you can search online and try to find Nicholas Sparks’ contact information. It’s a long shot, in case you’re wondering, that he’d use your idea or story… but anything is possible. So go for it. Mark
Hello!My name is Diane and I’m 16. In my journalism class, we have to interview someone for an article for our paper, and i want to interview Nicholas Sparks because he is my favorite author. Do you know if it’s possible to get in touch with him via email? Thank You!
Hi Diane, I don’t have his contact information but you might try contacting his literary agent and simply ask him or her to forward your request. It’s worth a shot. Good luck! Mark
If The Longest Ride is ever made into a movie, I would like to play Sophia.
Please, I think I am the best fit for her! | Nicholas Sparks’ Literary Agent
Hi Carly, I love it. If Nick’s people get in touch with me, I’ll let them know. 😉 Happy New Year! Mark | Nicholas Sparks’ Literary Agent
Your information was welcomed by this first time author, My novel, ´Ùnless They Catch You´, is a contemporary romantic story aimed at women readers. It captures how the thoughts and actions of one man impact the people associated with him either out of necessity or drawn to him by his charismatic abilities. The 379 page novel starts in the latter years of the depression and ends in the mid-sixties – with emphasis on the years 1936-1946. A pdf is available. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi William,
Thanks for reaching out, I’m happy to help… but I’m no longer an active literary agent. I’m now committed to helping authors find and get agents.
I have a great deal of information on my new website that I’m sure you’ll find helpful, starting with the complimentary mp3 that you can learn more about here: https://literary-agents.com. You can also get complimentary access to my Directory of Literary Agents by going here: https://literary-agents.com/directory-literary-agents.
Most important, I recommend that you click here to see the three different ways that I can support you 1-on-1 (fr*ee to fee) and choose the one that’s best for you: https://literary-agents.com/book-marketing.
I’m looking forward to helping you, in one way or another,
Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
i read this summary
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Walk_to_Remember_%28novel%29
reviewers were frank regarding rehash/ cliche, but this looks peculiar, “Theresea Parks from Publishers Weekly goes on to say how many will be disappointed stating, “Readers may be frusturated with the invariable formula that Sparks seems to regurgitate with regularity”
Theresa Parks is agent and also pushing reviews? eh?
synopsis reads like bad copy of Love Story. hmmm- forced school reading? up sales? | Nicholas Sparks
Hi Pogo, good point. Formulas are great, as long as they don’t become overly apparent to readers. Interesting that Theresa Parks in an agent and writing reviews. Potential conflict of interest, methinks. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Mark,
Inspiring real-life success story. Makes me feel like I have what it takes to do the same. I never read his books but I vaguely remember a movie titled ‘Message in a bottle’. I suppose that was based on his book.Never saw the movie. I’m not much of a romance fan. I much prefer serious stuff that speaks of the complexity of the human condition. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Saw Lian. His success story is inspiring, isn’t it? I’m more eclectic. Not sure why that is, but I enjoy the best of almost every genre (including books that deal with serious issues). That’s probably a good quality to have as a former literary agent and, now, author consultant/book marketing coach. 😉 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Mark. I was introduced to Nicholas Sparks books by a co-worker last year, starting with “The Notebook.” I have read eight of his books so far. Now when I see a good movie, I go and look for the book. Every time I walk by the book section where I work, and spot his name on the cover, I gasp as if I had just seen a celebrity. He is awesome! He brings un-harnessed love to the pages like no other.
Thanks for the info! | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Juanita, of all the people to respond here… I believe that you might be one of Nicholas Sparks’ greatest fans. I’ve only read The Notebook but I’m going to read another one now, at least one. Writing this post and seeing all of the responses has gotten me all fired up. 🙂 Have a great day and thanks for posting. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Sparks probably benefits from the overall mass popularity of the Romance genre. In that sense, he has added to the genre’s dimension by crossing into the mainstream somewhat. Romance is a more healthy form of entertainment than blood-and-gore — even when the story ends tragically — and I welcome Sparks’s contribution to our society’s health.
Besides, I’m a sentimental cluck. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi David, great points. This post triggered a lot more conversation and ideas that I ever thought it would. Just goes to show, we never really know what any given book (or article) is going to generate. But that sure doesn’t stop us from trying to plan and predict it. Now I’m going to have to go back and read one of Nicholas Sparks’ books again, and update this article. It’s been a LONG time since I read his work. Here’s to being sentimental. 😉 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Sorry I didn’t warn you that your site might get pounced in our virtual field trip. It was something I thought up yesterday to make sharing informative sites with the ladies I’m in a group with more fun. Some (MOST) are serious writers who might be interested in an agent someday! | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Glad to see this, I’ve been hoping that Mark’s site and services would get more attention to his already growing base. Mark is the man in demand, he has a great product to give and sell, and needs to shared!
I hope to see all of you ladies agented 🙂 | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Becca, not a problem… I was just curious. 🙂 Can’t say that I think I’d ever complain about someone promoting my site. Thanks for thinking of me. 🙂 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I’m here as part of a virtual field trip. As both a novelist and screenwriter, I always love to read about authors who have been able to see adaptations of their works on screen. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Lisa, nice to meet you… thanks for stopping by. Please don’t hesitate to post any questions for me here: https://literary-agents.com/ask-a-literary-agent/. Looking forward to learning more about you and your books. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I am baffled. I really don’t get it. His success, I mean. Perhaps if I could clue in, then, I’d learn a lot. A friend handed me his copy of “the Notebook”, and softer his bragging it up, I was hyped for something really special. Instead, I found myself yawning through the pages, and fed up with his predictability. Now, obviously, he’s very talented. I’m not sure, though, where he went right. Is it because he is a MAN who chose to write in a female dominated genre? His perspective is unique? | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Kishe, it took me a little while to figure it out myself. That’s why I thought I’d bring it up as a talking point… and see what everyone thought. I guess I’ll have to do a follow-up article on this now, sharing what I had in mind when I asked the question in the first place. I don’t have a way to “Reply to All” for everyone who’s left comments. Oh, the suspense! 🙂 I like your thought about a man writing for women. Good observation. More later. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I think it’s different for everyone. Readers respond to different prose. I’ve made a lady cry before with one paragraph form a story idea I had for a dystopian storyline, which took me off gaurd. You never know fully who will be impacted or not impacted by your writing. I’m surprised I loved The Notebook so much, being a chick-lit kind of story (which by definition appeals to women more than men). But it was a pleasent surprise. I enjoyed it more than other popular stories. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Virtual Field-Trip w/ Rebecca Besser! Thank you for inviting me 🙂 | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Killion, you’re the second person to talk about this. What is it? And would you be kind enough to post a link here on my blog so I can check it out? Thanks. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
The virtual field trip was set up by me in a women’s horror group I’m in on Facebook. I invited all the lovely scary ladies to come over here and check out what a great resource you and your site could be in helping them find an agent. I’m hoping it will be the first of many as we share informational sites in a fun way with each other! 😀 | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Becca, thanks again… saw you answered this twice. By the way, I like scary ladies (mostly on paper). 😉 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Most of the scary ladies I know are only scary on paper. They’re sweet, kind, and giving otherwise — most dedicated mothers and wives. 😉 | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Becca! I figured as much. I just can’t help myself with the wordplay. It’s a sick addiction, I know. Too many hours alone in a room by myself and I start looking for double-meaning. 🙂 Have a great Monday! Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I am on the virtual field trip with Rebecca Besser. Am always interested to learn more about literary agents! It is quite the impressive book list mister Sparks has! I am impressed! | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Chantal… what virtual field trip??? I know Rebecca but don’t know what you mean. Will you please reply here and post a link and tell everyone what it is? Thanks. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
*grin* Oh dear, I assumed you knew what I was on about 😉 But I see Rebecca has cleared the matter up. I am one of those writers who is seriously considering getting an agent, so I think this is a great field trip for me. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Chantal, thanks for stopping by… and explaining. I think the virtual tour is a fun idea. Please don’t hesitate to post any questions for me here: https://literary-agents.com/ask-a-literary-agent/. Looking forward to learning more about you and your books. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I understand Nicholas Sparks’s books are marketed toward women, but I have read three of his novels and liked them all. With your handy list, I’ll probably get to all of them eventually.
I think his work is appealing because of its focus on human emotions, male and female. Men often try to conceal their emotions (the macho thing), but Sparks exposes the deepest feelings of his characters in a way that people of any age and gender can feel. For some, it’s a revelation.
No room here to say more- | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi David, good insights. I just decided I’m going to do a follow-up article probing the greatness (or not -so-greatness) of Nicholas Sparks. Hmm. Maybe both??? I know that a lot of authors have strong opinions about his work. Some good. Some bad. But anyone who has every single one of his books become a NY Times bestseller has to be doing something special. Thanks for dropping by my blog, always good to see you. More soon. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Apparently Nicholas wrote a lot of things I love! The Notebook is amazing (saw the movie, but haven’t read the book). His work clearly portrays the tragedies of life and how they can be obstacles of love. He also shows in other stories like The Guardian (again, saw the movie), where heroism is depicted at a high cost, that there is hope people still have heart.
His stories have characters that are REAL and bring out the best in the reader, even when the end is tragic. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I know, I love his writing. I have two books by him, The Notebook being one. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I’d prolly love the books more than the movies (since books have more info, etc), so I’ll have to make a point to read them in the future. I also loved Message in a Bottle.
On second thought, maybe I shouldn’t read them. I always cry! LMAO! | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I have The Notebook movie version too, and no, I did not cry… and you can’t prove it… He mentioned in the DVD that he based the The Notebook off of his wife’s grandparents. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Yes, making people cry can definitely help sell more books. 😉 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Becca, I love your insights. Still not exactly what I was fishing for, but I agree with all your points. What I should have said in my article (everything is always so clear in retrospect, isn’t it?) is that I believe Nicholas Sparks has mastered one or two (or a few) author skills that can be applied to any type of book or genre. There are no right or wrong answers here (100 right answers, really). I need to get better with my questions. 😉 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Considering I haven’t actually read the books, I answered the best I could. Seeing the movies makes the emotions of the stories come alive and stand out. *shrug* | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
You did great. It’s one of those “It’s me, not you” types of things. So no shrugging required. You’re actually right on… emotion is one of the things I was thinking. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
No worries Mark, your post was great. 🙂 | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Wonderful post as ever, Mark! I’m sorry I’ve preoccupied lately, but I’m going start sharing your post more on my blog. I think this is some great information folks can use, and now that you will be working with my friend on her blog, the word is going to get out even more.
At this point I’m not ready for an agent, but at some point I will be, and I know where to go for the adivce :^) | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Take care, my friend.
Hi Dale, it’s always great hearing from you… and I appreciate it. I know what it’s like to be incredibly busy as well. Glad you liked the post. By the way, who am I working with on her blog that’s your friend??? You can just reply with initials for confidentiality. Was it someone that you referred, or someone that started working with me because they found me through you? Please let me know because I like thanking people for referrals. 🙂 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
RB (not sure if I should keep it hush-hush or not) I have posted your links before, but she found you on her own. I do refer you when I can 🙂 | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Dale, that’s funny… I’m totally blanking out here. I only have one RB that I can think of and he is a dude. So that can’t be right. Maybe you can give me another hint but it’s okay. I was just curious, because I always ask my clients how they found me. That’s why your post took me by surprise and was news to me. Anyway, have a great holiday weekend and thanks again for dropping by. 🙂 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Well she says nothing but good stuff about, and she doesn’t impress easy. 😉 In which I agreed. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Ahhhhh… okay, I got it now. My brain finally kicked into gear. I just talked to her this week. It was too recent for my brain to make the connection. She’s pretty cool, too, I have to say. I like writers that are serious and in it for the long-term. She’s definitely one of those. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
🙂 Yes she is. She’s a great a help too. Also my friend Margie Church (who commented below) is very serious.
Have a great Easter weekend, I’m off to finish up some short stories for subs, but then I need to get cracking on a MS I want to send out.
Be well, my friend. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
You as well. Enjoy the weekend and happy writing. Looking forward to connecting more when the time is right. I’m about to start doing more on social media here soon, so I’ll start seeing more of your posts there as well. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I’m on the hunt for an agent for my women’s fiction novel. One of my books has been compared to Mr. Sparks’. Perhaps the magic will click. Thanks for the info. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hi Maggie, then you should certainly be querying his agency. Thanks for taking a moment to say hello, and good luck! If I can help in any way, let me know. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Thank you very much! My piece is a gritty urban story about a young woman and her brother. Nothing like the poetic romances I sometimes write. I love my book and want to reach a broader audience. My materials have been professionally edited. I hope I’m well-dressed for the party. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Sometimes the new thing (genre) becomes the big thing. If in doubt about your pitch, you can post questions for me here: https://literary-agents.com/ask-a-literary-agent/. Or you can set up a call with me get feedback on your material here: https://literary-agents.com/book-marketing/book-marketing-coach/. Either way, I’m looking forward to learning more about you and your work… and, hopefully, somehow being part of your success story. 🙂 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I’m not bashful. I sent you a few questions. Thank you. | Ask a Literary Agent
Nice, just saw the questions on my Ask a Literary Agent page… I’ll respond to those in a second. Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Odd coincidence; I was just getting ready to send a query to Park Literary after reading about a junior agent looking for Middle grade and YA that sends him out of the country…I thik you can guess which manuscript I will pitch to him. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Hmm. Must be the one about the inner city? Just kidding. I hope you can see through my “veil” of humor. Oh, boy. Sometimes I just shouldn’t be allowed to post things. Especially when you’re the only one reading this who’s going to know what the heck I’m talking about. Anyway, I officially bless your Park Literary submission. Keep me posted and happy querying. I know you hate queries, but what else can I say??? Mark
Mark,
you know I love you, but I can’t stand that box that appears when I try thread your blog. she’s annoying, and when I click the x she doesn’t close…she leads me to to another page. Is there any way to turn her off?
Laura | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Thanks for letting me know. Second complaint I’ve gotten so I just annihilated the popup. The first person was using an iPad so I’m guessing you were doing the same? Now, what about Nicholas Sparks? Have you read any of the books or watched any of the movies? Why do you think he’s been so successful? Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Ok. nOW I can finish the article without interruption. And yes,I am on y iPad. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
Great. And yes, I do know you love me. But it’s always nice to hear it. Happy reading! 😉 Mark
sorry, have not read Nicholas Sparks. as for being on nytbs list, think it is matter of connections. often there have been relatively badly written books on it. Is marketing, but guaranteed if book lands there it will sell regardless of quality or content.
you did a lot o work in yr absence, but the organization of it is outstanding an a bit overwhelming. have used LMP. It is not easy. Surprised writers.net still exists. So my old writing is probably still there. is all-
impressed | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
hi pogo, that’s true. in nicholas sparks’ case, however, there is one thing that he does in every book that is, in large part, in my opinion anyway, responsible for his success. i’ll say more about it later. thanks for the website update feedback. when i redid the site it was all for google. the side effect of that was that it made me put myself completely in the mind of all the authors out there. what are they searching for? then organized based on that. mark | nicholas sparks literary agent
the site has problem– I tried to search agents and used the rollbar for “general nonfiction”. Listed 91, but got blank page. yes the pop-up was infernally irritating. I’d avoid google becauseit will track and use yur users for data mining. google doesn’t have exactly clean reputation, particularly not for tracking, snooping and copyright infringements.
profiles on site are nice. like the easy click for bio. get tired of registering and reregistering though. Is confusing to me. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
ditto “gardening” 42 listed but comes up “no results” so something is screwy in the mechanics of the thing. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
something is amiss because I keep getting sent round in circles… once I actually opened your agent directory and saw the profiles, but when I tried to move to specialty I got bounced out and then problem noted above, but now i am just going in circular motion. So needs checking.
Would be better just to have traditional login… dunno | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
hi pogo, just tested it and all is working… read/follow the instructions at the top of the page and you’ll probably find that that is the problem. if not, let me know which internet browser you’re using. last time i checked they were all working fine, but I once had an issue with IE that had to be fixed. regarding logging in repeatedly, you can avoid that by simply bookmarking the directory page after you have entered the directory. mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
I did try to follow directions… on FF 19.02 but now I can’t even find way in…besides, I’ve no book. I’ve no discipline for it. Is still snowing here though. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
i’m not that easily offended. 😉 and I like feedback because it lets me fix things that I can fix. example… i have an email optin box that pops up on my site for people once every 7 days, asking them if they want my complimentary mp3. i thought it was working fine since i installed it several months ago. but it wasn’t. this whole time i had no idea. when people signed up, the registration process wasn’t completing. people knew, but no one told me!!! mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
my guess is Sparks is consistent grinder. If he has one book on nytbs, he’s apt to have 2, but person who can crank books on schedule, he has made himself valuable to agent/ publisher because they can have confidence in him. He builds stable following. was thinking of several other nytbs authors– some whose books really were pretty inconsistent or crappy in actual content. do not think it is lit merit, but can this book sell or appeal to tons of people. so platform I think is important. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
hi pogo, going to wait a while to say what i think it is… but i love using nicholas sparks as an example because every single one of his book (17 of the them) made it onto the nytb list. no one else has done that. it can’t just be luck or connections or platform, because it’s too many books and/or someone else would have done it as well. mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
well, it can always be whiskey under the desk, love affair, wife or just plain connexion, but as I don’t have huge respect for nytbs. I am quite jaded and read it as nyt+bs I’ve often thought that it was just nyt-publisher insider dealing because some books were pretty crappy writes. bs lists are invented to sell books, not because the books are really good.
not going to crack head on it– but tired of logging in each time over on site. makes me crazy. crazy enough. must go.4:56pm. | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
hi pogo, fyi… whenever I talk about nytb etc… it’s not that everyone who makes the list is great. it’s simply about helping authors strive to reach the maximum success that they can… partly by looking to see what we can all learn from those who have gone before. and just bookmark the literary agent directory page after you log in next time, so you don’t have to keep logging in. 🙂 Mark | Nicholas Sparks Literary Agent
sorry, offended you. looked through site 2 weeks ago because was reading things. trying to find some solution for problem I see. Actually dug around Dummies at that time, but under Random and only through agent. think you have serious people here, so hope you get many more. Deserving of it for sure.