Navigating the Literary Agent Landscape with Leslie Zampetti of Open Book Literary (encore addition!)

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In this encore episode of "Writers with Wrinkles," hosts Beth McMullen and Lisa Schmid talk to Leslie Zampetti, a seasoned literary agent and founder of Open Book Literary. Leslie shares her unique perspectives on the publishing industry, emphasizing underrepresented voices and providing invaluable tips for aspiring authors. Dive into an discussion on querying, submission strategies, and the post-COVID publishing landscape.
Key Takeaways:
- Importance of professionalism and research in querying
- Impact of COVID on the publishing industry and how it's adapting
- Tips for writers to effectively navigate the agent querying process
- Understanding the dynamics between authors, agents, and editors
- Current trends and demands in various literary genres
Mentioned Resources:
- Open Book Literary Agency
- Leslie Zampetti's submission guidelines
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1. Writers and Finding the Right Agent (00:00:00)

2. Submission and Publishing Industry Approach (00:09:18)

3. Querying Dos and Don'ts for Writers (00:18:49)

4. Insights on Querying and Publishing (00:29:39)