What are Literary Agents?

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09/05/2007

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Table of Contents What are Literary Agents?  Table of Contents

 
  1. Introduction
    1. The agent's function
    2. The progress of the role of the agent
  2. History
    1. Writing being recognized as a profession
    2. Copyright laws and the power of the writers
    3. America's first successful agent
  3. The role of the agent today
    1. Breaking into the writing field without an agent
    2. The primary concern of agents
    3. Agents and publishers today
  4. The future of literary agents
    1. Increasing numbers of agencies in the United States
    2. Mergers of publishing companies
    3. Do agencies also need to consolidate?
  5. Conclusion
  6. Works cited

Abstract

The concept of a literary agent is often a mystery to those not intimate with the field of publishing. Their function is obscured, and many writers even are uncertain of their purpose. However, since their inception in the 19th century, they have come to play an integral part of the book publishing game and are depended on by authors and publishers alike for their services.
According to the Association of Author's Representatives, "literary . . . agents are engaged in the marketing of rights to literary properties."

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