<p>The overall picture in publishing has blurred. Writers, from novices to veterans, are struggling to re-define their job, their goals, and their role in the process. Chip MacGregor, a respected voice with thirty years in the industry as a writer, editor, publisher and, now, agent and owner of MacGregor Literary, is here to help. Inside, you'll find answers to questions regarding: • WRITING FOR PUBLICATION: Craft, popular trends, collaborating, etc. • THE ROLE OF THE WRITER: Finding agents or editors, querying, platforms, etc. • THE ROLE OF THE LITERARY AGENT: Responsibilities, markets, contracts, etc. • THE ROLE OF PUBLISHERS: Acquiring and editing, royalties, marketing, etc. • HYBRID OR SELF-PUBLISHING AUTHORS: Terminology, formatting, houses, career advice, etc.</p>

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