My name is Mark Malatesta, and I’m going to help you… get a top literary agent, a major publisher, and a major book deal. I’m also going to give you more than $1,500 worth of FREE information and training. All you have to do is enter your email address above.
Now, 12 reasons why you’ll want to sign up right now:
#1: This is the only place in the world, devoted exclusively… to helping authors (like you) get a top literary agent, a major publisher, and a major book deal. Imagine how your life would change if you had a 6-figure advance and/or a New York Times bestseller.
#2: I’m a former literary agent (President and Owner of New Brand Agency Group) and member of the AAR (the Association of Authors’ Representatives). You have to be an agent for 2 years, sell 10 books within 18 months, have two member sponsors, and agree to follow a strict code of ethics to become a member.
I’ve read and evaluated more than sixty thousand query letters, proposals, and manuscripts. And, I’ve given keynote presentations and workshops at some of the most prestigious writers’ conferences in the country (and abroad).
More important, I’ve secured contracts for unpublished authors with houses like Ballantine, Harcourt, Random House, Hyperion, Broadway, St. Martin’s, Simon & Schuster, F&W, Entrepreneur, Prentice-Hall, Amacom, Penguin, and too many more to mention…. resulting in millions of books being sold (as well as projects being picked up for television, stage, and feature film).
My authors have gotten 6-figure advances, gone on nationwide book tours, been on the NY Times bestseller list, had their books licensed in more than 30 countries, and won (or been nominated for) dozens of national and international awards.
#3: Although I was an agent for 5 years, I’m really a writer. When I was 28, I went “undercover” as an agent… to learn everything I could to get my own books published (love poetry (quite possibly the hardest thing in the world to get published).
Because I’m a writer, I understand your dreams and desires. I’m also intimate with the fears that keep you awake at night. And, I know exactly what you need to know… to get a top agent, a top publisher, and a major book deal (even though you won’t like hearing some of the things I’m going to tell you).
#4: You’re going to get FREE insider articles and updates from me (with lots of insider information) to help you get a top agent, a major publisher, and a major book deal.
#5: A lot of authors have joked that it’s harder to get an agent than a publisher. Once you’re part of my community that will no longer apply to you. I’m going to share insider secrets with you… that you won’t find anywhere else. Since I’m no longer an agent, I can tell you everything… about good agents, and dirty agents (yes, there is a dark side to publishing).
#6: The only thing I enjoy as much as writing… is talking about writing and coaching other writers. I genuinely love what I do, so… you’re going to get great information from me, but you’re also going to enjoy the process.
#7: You’re going to get my personal email address. That way you’ll be able to ask me questions about agenting, writing, and publishing. I’ll even answer some of those questions with full-length articles on my blog.
#8: You’re going to be treated like a VIP. I’m not one of those agents that loves books but doesn’t like (or understand) writers. I’m going to treat you with respect. And I’m going to do everything I can to help you get your books out there… in a big way.
#9: If you’re skeptical… that’s okay. Take a look at the quotes below by some of the authors, agents, and other publishing professionals… familiar with my work. Their testimonials say more than I ever could.
#10: You’ll have a chance to compete… for an opportunity to have your query letter critiqued by me. I’ll review your query personally, and then get on the phone with you to recommend changes to make you and your book irresistible.
#11: You’ll ALSO have a chance to compete… for an opportunity to sit in my “Agent Hot-Seat” and practice a 1-on-1 “pitch session” with me. I’ll ask questions about you and your book, the way that I have with more than a thousand other authors… at writers’ conferences and other events.
And finally…
#12: You’ll have access to FREE live trainings with me (and, mp3 recordings of those trainings) including my most popular talk: ”Literary Agent Undercover: 9 Insider Secrets that Every Author Needs to Know to Get a Top Agent, a Top Publisher, and a Major Book Deal”
So, enter your information above and I’ll rush you copy of the mp3 recording: ”Literary Agent Undercover: 9 Insider Secrets that Every Author Needs to Know to Get a Top Agent, a Top Publisher, and a Major Book Deal”
I’ll see you on the other side…
Mark Malatesta
Your “Undercover” Agent
Raving Fans
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“Dear Mark… Your letter was, bar none, the absolute best I’ve ever received pitching an author’s work. Short and direct, yet packed with information. I’d be a fool not to beg you for a look… please mail it to my personal address so it won’t get mixed up with the hundreds of pieces of mail and packages we receive each week.” - Laurie McLean, Larsen-Pomada Literary Agents La Honda, CA |
| “You were absolutely crackerjack… straightforward, professional, positive, energetic, knowledgeable, honest, bright, encouraging, quick-witted… and I didn’t see a single hole in your presentation. All-in-all, you are a conference organizer’s dream.” - Chris Rodgers, Coordinator Space Coast Writers’ Conference |
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| “You made the other agents on the agent panel seem picky and uncooperative in comparison. You’d better watch out, you might give agents a good name. ” - Stephanie, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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| “You are truly inspiring! This has been the best session of the conference for me. I don’t know how a session could be any better. You are awesome!” - Dorothea, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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“A special thank you to the “Remarkable Mark,” my friend and agent… one of the rare and genuine good guys.” – Jim Brown, News Anchor, FOX and author of “24/7″ and “Black Valley” (Random House) www.jimbrownbooks.com |
| “I had the pleasure of attending your lecture… was surprised to hear a talk from an agent that presented useful information that was well prepared. Your straightforward approach to the business is refreshing and your honest description of your methodology was sobering, but important to new writers.” - Bill, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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| “You were one of our most popular speakers… my only regret is that we didn’t find a longer time slot for you.” - Virginia Blanchard President, Space Coast Writers’ Guild |
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| “I enjoyed having lunch with you and your two foster sons on Saturday at the Space Coast Authors Conference in Melbourne. You certainly made a good impression, both personally and professionally.” - Ethel, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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“Mark is a creative genius with a heart of Gold. So refreshing to meet an up and coming agent who will carry integrity, passion, and respect for writers into the top of the profession.” - Elizabeth Lyon, author of The Novel Writer’s Toolkit (Perigee) |
| “While reviewing our conference evaluation forms, your name came up quite a few times as one of the most helpful agents ever met, and - now, don’t let this go to your head! – a human being agent.” - Lisa Mason, Coordinator Surrey Writers’ Conference |
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| “Your presentation affected me the way a sub-par round of golf might affect a 25 handicap golfer; it gave me hope! Thank you for your humor, honesty, and passion; and for conveying to the flocks that courage is at the core of success. I wish you and your partners enormous success.” - Diane, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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| “Your presentation was excellent… and thanks for your ‘approachability.’ It’s a ray of encouragement in an otherwise intimidating process. ” - Lee, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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“Our heartfelt thanks for your twinkling eyes, warming smile, and fabulous talk to the group. Thank you too for all those one-on-ones and for feeling so at home with our family…. Your vision, passion, and compassion should take your agenting as far as you dream for it to go.” - Gail Provost-Stockwell Coordinator, WRW Conference |
| “I trust your judgment implicitly.” - Scott Goldman Orly Adelson Productions |
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| “It’s nice to cross paths with an agent who actually has the time and inclination to chat… not everyone has the patience and energy to smile for three days straight while under constant assault.” - Tricia, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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| “I had the pleasure of listening to your talk at the SCWG conference. I was one of those old ladies out there hanging on your every word. ” - Helen, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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“You have successfully integrated ministry, agenting, and motivational speaking. It was intimate and delightful. This is definitely your calling.” - Bo Sebastian Writers’ Conference Attendee |
| “Thank you for taking the time with me on the phone. I incorporated your suggestions into my letter. I especially want you to know that what you said at the writers’ conference in Gainesville made it possible for me to see myself as a writer. Apparently, when I took myself seriously I was taken seriously by a publisher. I have now stopped calling my book my dumb little dog book.” - Claire, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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| “You are a very gentle human being, in other words, superb, and it’s a great inspiration to know that there is somebody out there in the publishing world that is willing to celebrate the beauty of things, in whatever way there is to celebrate.” - Beate, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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| “It was truly refreshing to meet you and your warm, gentle wife. You have given me a glimmer of hope that there are agents out there that can be trusted.” - Phyllis, Writers’ Conference Attendee |
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“You have proved to me again and again that our literary future is safe in the hands of the talented and personable young. Thank you for all of your wisdom and your kind and gentle suggestions.” - Aggie Jordan, Ph.D. author of The Marriage Plan (Random House) |
