Advice on Literary Agents
I have just finished reading Ranulph Fiennes book 'Beyond the Limits', in which he mentions that for his first trip (hovercrafting down the nile), he set up a book contract with a literary agent prior to leaving on the trip.
Considering this was the late sixties, would an unknown be able to secure a deal like that in todays age? (I can't imagine that its that easy anymore)
If so, what criteria could the agent be looking to satisy before agreeing to such a deal?
Any advice on how literary agents work and contact details for any friendly, approachable ones within the London area would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Geoff
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