Markus Hoffman - Going the Distance: How to Win the Publishing Steeplechase (or at Least Get on the Podium)

You have written a novel, a story collection, a book of poetry, or you have a great idea for a non-fiction book. You have heard about a strange creature called “literary agent” – apparently they can help writers find a publisher! But how to find the right agent for your project? There seem to be an awful lot of them out there, and yet hardly anybody is responding to your query letter. In this talk and the following Q&A session, I hope to shed light on my chosen profession and the book industry in general and offer tips for getting over the obstacles you may encounter as you try to get from manuscript to publication.