Guest Cherese Thomas Posted January 24, 2017 Report Share Posted January 24, 2017 Hi I am a writer from the Caribbean. As you can imagine we don't have many literary agents in our region. I am a screenplay writer and I am seeking representation anyone know of any reputable agents. I have been contacted in the past and some have even indicated that there is a fee to be represented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel Hopkins Posted January 28, 2017 Report Share Posted January 28, 2017 On 1/24/2017 at 1:57 PM, Guest Cherese Thomas said: I have been contacted in the past and some have even indicated that there is a fee to be represented. No reputable Literary agent will ask for a fee upfront - they get a percentage 15-20% of the deals they make for you. As a screenplay writer - you're best bet is to look for an agent in Los Angeles- they do contracts for screenplays ; remember most screenplay writers have to belong to the writers guild - but before you can gain membership you have to first sell a screenplay - I know it sucks but that's the nature of the game. But who knows you could be the one that breaks the mold. if you turn your screenplay into a novel you may have a better chance of landing a literary agent on the east coast. Those agents represent fiction and non fiction writers. Best way to find a fiction nonfiction literary agent is to use search engine and enter the genre of your project and book agent - for example " literary agent, Occult" this should result in literary agents that represent occult writers. Once you get to their website read their terms carefully - if they ask for money upfront - RUN!!! All this is spelled out in a great book I found "Get Published! Get Produced! A literary Agent's Tips on How to Sell Your Writing" Much success! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Posted February 2, 2017 Report Share Posted February 2, 2017 The guide to literary agents found here https://aalbc.com/writers/ is a popular resource as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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