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Steven suggested that Lee channel James Lipton from Inside the Actor's Studio before they start. |
When asked about the current state of the publishing market, citing the changes due to e-reading and self-publishing, Steven explained to the audience that the bar has been raised in literature because there is a lot going on. As an agent, he needs to work harder and be more selective. Writers need to do more to make their books stand out.
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Some agencies and publishers have been taking on clients and helping them self-publish. Steven explains that Writer's House does provide means to help their authors with their back list, but they are not becoming a publisher--they are just supporting their clients and advising them.
When asked about the value of publishing bridge books or extra content material, Steven said that the ninety-nine cent story could be a great way for an author to dip their toe in the water a little bit. But there is no right or wrong answer when it comes to digital and self-publishing. Everyone has different goals. Personally, he think publishers and editors do a great job, but part of your career is deciding what works best for your goals and personality.
Steven said that sometimes there is a mentality of the grass is always greener, but a writer/illustrator has to assess their goals and see what will work best for them.
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