X59.9186
The Role of the Literary Agent in Book Publishing
$340

Section 1
Thurs. 6-8 p.m., Sep 28 - Nov 16, 2000
The Norman Thomas Center, 111 E. 33rd St.
Add course to selections

NEW START DATE: October 5, 2000

For individuals considering careers as literary agents and for editors, authors, and others who deal regularly with agents, this course offers a complete introduction to the field. Topics include: an overall view of the agent s role and functions; how to become an agent; steps in the acquiring process; specifics of contracts and contract negotiations; subsidiary rights; genre publishing; packaging; and the editor s perspective on the agent s role. Special attention is given to recent changes in the book publishing industry and their effects on agents, editors, and authors. The course includes simulation exercises and guest speakers. 1.5 CEU. 		   

 

 

 

 




©2000New York University
School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Information Line: (212) 998-7080
Wondering what to take?
General questions to: scpsinfo@nyu.edu
Web site comments to: scps.webmaster@nyu.edu