Nov 26, 2021

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20 Tips for Selling Your Novel, Part Three: Getting it Out There

Every submission matters — but no submission is precious

Once your draft is polished and ready to go, you need champions to bring your publishing dreams to fruition.

11. Do your homework on agents and publishers

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David Valdes is a Cuban-American playwright and author. He’s written about family, race, and LGBTQ issues for the New York Times, Boston Globe, and HuffPo.

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