WRITING X 455.2 - Building a Network of Writers, Editors, and Publishers
Course Description
Creating a book (whether it be a picture book or an epic adult tome) is a highly complex and collaborative process involving many players. A literary agent’s success hinges in part on their ability to build relationships on either side of the publication process. This includes identifying and nurturing writers through the various stages of their careers and understanding what publishers want and need for upcoming projects. This course gives students an understanding of successful techniques, practices, and philosophies for building these networks. Students leave the course with a clear understanding of how all players in the book publishing industry are interdependent and interconnected and what skills an agent must hone in order to maintain the collaborative spirit and, consequently, produce the best literature possible. Required for the Certificate in Literary Representation.
Course Outline
Learn how successful literary agents cultivate relationships with aspiring writers, powerful editors, and prestigious publishers.Course Outline
What You Can Learn:
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Identify the different roles each person plays in the publication of a book
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Develop skills in researching editors who would be right for your clients
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Build competence in networking, setting boundaries, negotiation, and long-term relationships
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Create a representation wish-list that captures your unique passions and interests
Notes
Course may be taken to satisfy an elective in either the Fiction or Creative Nonfiction Certificate.
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Contact:
Writers’ Program
(310) 825-9415
writers@unex.ucla.edu
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Creative Writing : Electives
- Editing and Publishing : Electives
- Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required