Literary agents play an important role in bringing an author's words to life. They help authors to secure the book deals that they need to turn a simple concept into a lucrative accomplishment. Today we are joined by one of the most prolific literary agents in the business, Nena Madonia Oshman. In her 17 years as an agent, Nena has worked on over 500 titles, has assisted on more than 300 book deals, and has helped secure a whopping 5 million dollars in book advances! We are grateful to have someone of her notoriety on the show today as she shares the hidden secrets for getting a big book deal as a new author. Tuning in, you'll gain a better understanding of the relationship between an author and their agent, the factors involved in determining your publishing route, what publishers and agents are looking for when signing up authors, and why an author's passion for their work is non-negotiable. We explore the various challenges of publication and determine the derivative rights that a book could be turned into, before Nena shares some effective strategies for a successful book launch while offering up advice to new and prospective authors. Nena's wealth of knowledge cannot be matched and it's available to you here, for free! So, press play now.

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