I currently don’t represent PBs, but I’d say research the market, look to see if there’s a hole in the market, topic-wise, that a book by you could fill. A rejection from one agent also does not mean a rejection from every agent. #askPSLA

Definitely. It’s important to connect with a potential client over more than just email. #askPSLA

Depends on the genre. SF/F can be long, but the plot and writing need to justify the length. #askPSLA

If the agent and client don’t share the same vision for the book, that could complicate my decision to offer representation. We need to be able to work toward a goal, through editing, sub, and beyond. :) #askPSLA

Other agents may feel differently, but PERSONALLY I would assume that if you can write something brilliant enough for me to offer rep, that you might be able to pull it off again.

As long as it is significantly different, I would not care.

If it is soooo unique that nobody EVER did something like it, there may be a suspicion why that is the case.

Publishing is a hard business. It’s slow and there’s a LOT of rejection. If you’re confident your work is strong and you’ve done everything you can to improve the piece, keep querying. It just takes one agent. You’ll know when you’re done pitching the project. #askPSLA

It is something that instantly grabs my attention, thus theoretically any/or a mix of the above...THAT'S where the subjective opinion comes in...

My advice is do your research on which agents accept poetry! You can try other agents but you’re more likely to gain traction with someone specifically open to poetry. It’s a tough market to crack—as much as I love reading it, I currently don’t represent it. 🙂#askPSLA

It’s okay to pitch a new project. You want to address the pitch to the agent you think might be the best fit. That said, Carly is closed to queries at the moment. #askPSLA

In general, crossover is tough, because it is hard to define (d'uh). Make sure what your genre is and query agents who rep it. *Assuming Science Fantasy means either SciFi OR Fantasy.*

The thing to remember with trends is that they started behind the scenes years back with acquisitions. By the time we sell something and it’s published, the trend could likely be over. Don’t worry too much about following trends. 🙂 #askPSLA

It depends on the market you’re looking to break into. At PSLA, we focus on the American market and do Canada. Before you sign with an agent, look at where they’re other projects are in the market. #askPSLA

When you are out of legitimate options.

Offers are nice but that’s also what the agent is for—if you decide to go with an agent, than it’s to your benefit to have us involved in offer negotiation. #askPSLA

NEVER EVER EVER pay upfront. An agent only makes money if they sell your book.

After the last sentence. I simply have to be certain.

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