Sunday, June 3, 2012

Face-to-face query (pitching)

If I see an agent at a conference, how should I approach them so I don't appear to be just one of the herd?
Approach them anyplace you happen to see them. Agents attend conferences to find new talent and projects to sell. They do want to talk with you. However, be reasonable. Following them into the bathroom is a bad idea. A much better one is to offer to find them in the bar or the restaurant, or the refreshment table and offer to buy them a coffee, or a drink, or lunch, or a new bowling ball . . . whatever is appropriate. Before you begin your quickie pitch, ask permission. "Do you have a moment to listen to a manuscript concept that may appeal to you?"

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