Thursday, April 13, 2006

Baker's Mark

I was browsing Preditors and Editors today and found a literary agency that looked like a good fit. The only electronic means by which I could submit was a web form that allowed only one sentence. So, I sent the first sentence of my query letter:

The young man only knew himself as Runaway Swimmer, an up-and-coming Cherokee leader, until his surrogate mother, Walking Wind, told him otherwise.

Here's the response I received from the agent:

It is quite possible that you are the first writer who has intrigued me with one sentence. I would very much like to see your manuscript. Could you please send the first 100 pages, with a synopsis, a bio, and a SASE to the mailing address below? I look forward to seeing more from you soon.

All the best,
(name deleted)
Literary Agent

I mean, Holy Cow, man!

3 Comments:

At 12:45 PM, Blogger brother_unknown said...

and? did they turn out to be legit or did they ask for a fee or send a contract requiring you to pay all office expenses.

brother_unknown@yahoo.com

 
At 12:21 PM, Blogger bigsip said...

Seem to be legit according to Preditors and Editors. They've also had some authors published.

Glad you visited!

 
At 6:38 AM, Blogger AgJo said...

So whatever happened with this Baker's Match place? They requested my material, but I've not heard much about them. Your shared experience will be appreciated!

 

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