Get Published! Get Produced!: A Literary Super Agent's Inside Tips on How to Sell Your Writing [Paperback]

Peter Miller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 7, 1997

Tells the reader precisely how to avoid being viewed as a neophyte in a business that is notorious for taking advantage of writers.

Product Details

• Paperback: 316 pages
• Publisher: Lone Eagle Publishing Company; 2nd edition (October 7, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0943728924
• ISBN-13: 978-0943728926
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,995,108 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars me, Me, ME..., April 23, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Get Published! Get Produced!: A Literary Super Agent's Inside Tips on How to Sell Your Writing (Paperback)

This is above all a book about how wonderful the author is. How clever & experienced he is. How well respected he is. Next in his priority is a recounting of his triumphs and interesting personal experiences. Along the way there are countless admonitions about the need for agents in the corporate jungle that is publishing, and the need for authors to respect agents' time and efforts. Also useful, but probably not necessary, are many reminders that agents & publishers are looking for work they can sell (not necessarily work of literary merit).

The hidden message is "don't even try to get your work published- grovel until an agent will represent you." This seems to counteract the title somewhat.

The writing style is meandering. The table of contents is vague and there is no index. It's as though he is telling his tale over drinks at a party. He explains that the primary part of his job consists of socializing: meeting with movers & shakers around the world trying to make deals for his clients. He seems well suited for that.

OTOH, a web search will highlight some scandals that seem to result from his eagerness to make big deals. Though they are distasteful, they may actually be an indication that he is the guy to get you that big deal you are dreaming about. He seems to be willing to do anything it takes.

There is good advice for text writers who are, or should be, considering screen versions of their work. There are several sample proposals in the appendices for those who have never seen them or who would like another perspective. There is good stuff in this book but its hard to find and harder to return to without an index.

Peter Miller is above all a salesman, and probably a good one.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Invaluable Resource for Writers Who Want SUCCE$$!, January 21, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Get Published! Get Produced!: A Literary Super Agent's Inside Tips on How to Sell Your Writing (Paperback)

Peter Miller insightfully condenses 25 years of publishing experience to give writers - - from beginners to pros - - a do-it-yourself guide to get published! and produced! The author provides many varied examples of book and tv proposals which sold, and he explains why. Miller gives advice on everything from a proposal's content to style to substance, and how to package and present the finished product. The book highlights Miller's impressive personal achievements in his field, but in a down-to-earth, easy to read manner. You'll respect Miller's skills as an agent, while appreciating his sincere advice on work ethic and keeping a positive attitude. Miller uses real-life examples that writers will find invaluable as they pursue their dreams of hitting the jackpot, while learning how to avoid the roadblocks along the way. Two thumbs up!!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Information, August 14, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Get Published! Get Produced!: A Literary Super Agent's Inside Tips on How to Sell Your Writing (Paperback)

I doubt that it will ever be easy to find a good literary agent, but Peter Miller will give your query letter a good read. Though he didn't go for mine, he did at least take the time out to explain the whys and wherefores of his needs. I guess in this world literature is a business, a difficult truth for a would be literary artist to swallow, but a truth that can't be ignored by a writer who wants to find a major publisher. At least he was honest, and there's something to be said for that.