Jane Friedman
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I report on the publishing industry through my paid newsletter, The Bottom Line, and educate writers on the business of authorship in THE BUSINESS OF BEING A WRITER (University of Chicago Press).
It is common for authors to approach small, independent, and university presses on their own. I wouldn't say any publishers "prefer" working through agents. It's that some require it to reduce unwanted submissions.
January 2, 2026 at 4:42 PM
It is common for authors to approach small, independent, and university presses on their own. I wouldn't say any publishers "prefer" working through agents. It's that some require it to reduce unwanted submissions.
Thank you so much, Michael! 🤓
January 1, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Thank you so much, Michael! 🤓
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