Thriller 101

Literary Agent and Author Jenna Satterthwaite on Making it in the Publishing Industry


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Ever wondered what it's really like behind the scenes of being a literary agent?

What You'll Learn in this episode:
• Why agents prioritize story over polished prose
• The brutal financial reality of the publishing industry
• What makes manuscripts stand out in queries

Jenna's honesty about the industry might just shift how you approach your writing career. 

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