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Your book is about to blow the doors off the wall.

Do You know why?

Because our literary agents help you write and revise your book faster with expert guidance and feedback, keep you on track, and help shape your book to improve your chances of landing a book deal.

Do you want:

  • unbiased, honest feedback on your writing by real industry professionals?

  • insider knowledge on the publishing world and what it means for your book?

Are you ready to:

  • get serious about your writing and increase your chances of getting that book deal?

  • write an amazing story that impresses the pants off agents and publishers?

  • stay motivated from the start of your book  to the finish? 

  • be part of a writing community that cares about you and supports your goals and dreams?

  • write fewer drafts because your writing skills have become supercharged thanks to our coaches’ teachings?

  • finish your book 5x faster than you would on your own?

  • pitch and query your book like a professional?

Then you are in the right place, my writer friend. 
 
You have a story inside you
and it deserves to be told.

So, let’s get serious about it.
upcoming Revise & Refine Sessions

Please check back in Winter / Spring 2025 for additional sessions. 

Revise and Refine: Elevate Your Manuscript to Publishing-Ready Perfection

Are you ready to turn your draft into a captivating, polished manuscript that demands attention? Revise and Refine is an immersive, hands-on program tailored for writers who are serious about perfecting their work. Under the expert guidance of a seasoned literary agent or creativity coach, you’ll dive deep into your story, uncovering its strengths and addressing its weaknesses with precision. Gain invaluable, personalized feedback on every aspect of your manuscript—from character arcs and pacing to plot cohesion and emotional resonance.

This program isn't about surface edits; it’s a complete overhaul that empowers you to elevate your writing, tighten your narrative, and craft a story that truly shines. With actionable advice, supportive coaching, and a clear path forward, Revise and Refine ensures your manuscript isn't just good—it’s exceptional, unforgettable, and ready to stand out in a competitive market. Take the leap and give your story the chance it deserves.

Agents Helping Writers works exclusively with ethical agents. Our agents adhere to multiple Codes of Conduct, including the American Association of Literary Agents (AALA) Canon of Ethics. Section 8 of the Canon states that, “If an agent decides to represent an author after providing paid editorial services, they must refund all fees paid for those services and stop charging for them.” Agents Helping Writers does not guarantee literary representation by its agents. However, should your Coach decide to offer you representation, the agent’s fee will be refunded to you, minus the portion allotted to Agents Helping Writers, in accordance with Section 8 of the Canon. You do not have to request the refund. Agents Helping Writers will automatically process the refund once you have signed a contract for literary representation with your Coach. Refunds may take 7-10 to show up on your method of payment. Your Coach may suggest referring you to other agent(s) who would be the perfect champion for your book. With your consent, they may share your book with them for potential representation. In this circumstance, no refunds are provided since the Coach that did the editorial work is not the agent who signed you for representation. Full text of Section 8: https://aalitagents.org/canon-of-ethics/

The Story Audit - Applications now open
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The Story Audit is an exclusive 16-week program crafted for 8-10 writers ready to take their completed manuscript from draft to publishable quality. With personalized feedback from industry experts, step-by-step revision techniques, and powerful tools, this is your opportunity to transform your story into something agents and editors can’t ignore.

Applications are now open and due December 3, 2024.

Program starts mid-January 2025.

DRAFT DASH 2024
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What is Draft Dash?

A 30-day writing challenge filled with workshops, events, support, and community for only $12!

 

Runs November 1-30.

Upcoming webinars
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November 16

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December 7

One-on-one book coaching

Sam Hiyate

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Stacey Kondla

Christina Strasbourg

Services
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Query Package Review
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Nonfiction Book Proposal Review
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Manuscript Critique
Creativity Coaching
Fall 2024 Writing Summit
The Fall 2024 edition of the Storyteller's Summit is over. Check back in Spring 2025 for the next one!

Myth versus reality

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Don’t believe the myth of the solitary writer creating a masterpiece, all by themself. 

 

In reality, all writers need a helping hand. Even the most skilled and successful writers have support—like a writing group, a critique buddy, beta readers, an editor or even a book coach. 

 

So, why are you trying to do it alone? Why make writing a book slower, harder, and lonelier when no one else is doing it that way?

 

Let us help you!

About Us

​Agents Helping Writers is on a mission to guide writers through the labyrinth of creativity to literary success. We work with seasoned literary agents and successful authors to offer a unique blend of editorial precision and industry insight, constructing a pathway from manuscript to masterpiece.

 

Through our programs, we empower authors to create and shape narratives that resonate with readers. We provide a transformative experience where manuscripts evolve into captivating stories, enriched by the unique voices of their creators.

 

At Agents Helping Writers, we're not just shaping manuscripts; we're sculpting the future of storytelling.

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