How much will a lierary agent cost?
2006-10-07 15:05:17 · 5 answers · asked by zbbasktbal82092 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
A reputable literary agent will NOT ask for money up front. When they make the sale, they get paid a percentage of what they have earned for you!
I really like the current issue of the "Guide to Literary Agents" for doing research about agents. It is from the folks at Writer's Market, who do an excellent job is creating resources for authors to start their research of agents. I'd also recommend their book "Formatting & Submitting your Manuscript".
Definitely check out Preditors & Editors:
http://www.anotherealm.com/prededitors/
2006-10-07 19:07:08 · answer #1 · answered by Obi_San 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The normal fee is anything from 10 to 20% depending on coverage.
Are they American Lit only?
Are they World Wide?
Are they audio, Web as well as Literary?
Do they get rights on Movies and screen plays?
There are many variables,
Check out Predators and Editors at the link below for some great information on good and bad agents and what they cost.
2006-10-07 22:34:15 · answer #2 · answered by Cowboy Logic 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Normally, 10%. Never will a legit agent ask for money up front. Ideally, you may want to attain an agent who belongs to The Association of Authors' Representatives. You can check the site out at http://www.aar-online.org/mc/page.do
2006-10-08 06:02:20 · answer #3 · answered by Stephen B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They usually get 10% of the book deal.
2006-10-07 22:13:17 · answer #4 · answered by redunicorn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sophisticated task. search into google. it could actually help!
2014-11-18 04:35:23 · answer #5 · answered by jacquelyn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋