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    With Literary Agent Sam Hiyate

    Virtual event: December 7th - 2:00PM to 3:00PM ET

    Write to Attract Readers

    You've spent hours pondering, plotting, writing, and re-writing your book. You should have a draft you love by now, but you're not sure. You wish you could have an expert's feedback.

    It's time you get exactly what you're craving.

    This 60-minute workshop is designed for new and intermediate writers. It will demystify the book writing process and help you navigate the publishing industry so you can improve your craft, become a better advocate for your work, and up your chances of selling your book to a publisher that supports your unique voice and approach to storytelling.

    You'll learn valuable resources from Literary Agent Alyssa Henkin that will leave you feeling motivated and confident about the exact next steps you need to take to write and publish your book.

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    Meet your writing guide

    Sam is President of The Rights Factory, an international literary agency based in Toronto.

    In his 30+ year publishing career he has worked at literary magazines, small presses and with New York Times & Globe and Mail bestsellers. 

    Sam has published bestselling authors including: 

    Literary Agent Sam Hiyate

    Sam has edited and represented genres from debut fiction and memoir to narrative non-fiction and graphic novels. He teaches creative writing at the University of Toronto, and publishing at Ryerson University.

    He is a regular lecturer and speaker at other colleges, universities, and writing conferences.

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    What to expect in this AMA

    Workshop leader and literary agent Alyssa Henkin will:

    • Answer your questions.
    • Provide insight into the realities of publishing.
    • Give an idea of what to expect in Alyssa's 6 Week Writer Coaching Program.

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    Literary Agent Sam Hiyate
    $ 0.00 USD

     

    Registration closes in:

    Workshop Date

    Questions?

    Email us, we'd love to hear from you.

     

    What Writers Are Saying About Sam Hiyate

    "I can’t remember a more enjoyable and informative presentation. Sam's stories from the world of publishing vividly illustrated his points. His ability to focus on each person’s work and rearrange elements showed directorial genius… I am very glad I attended and look forward to querying Sam when I am further along in [my writing].”
    — Tim Christian, Victoria

    "I had a wonderful time with Sam yesterday. Could you please extend my appreciation to him for his time and all his invaluable advice? I cannot thank you and Sam enough for organizing this unique opportunity for new novelists such as myself. I hope to have another meeting with him in the future." 
    — Yale Wang, Toronto


    “What I love about working with Sam is that it gives me a greater understanding of the industry. You can try to study creative writing in a class, but it's hard to learn what will set you apart until you work with someone who sells books for a living! If your goal is to eventually publish, I think Sam's advice and support is invaluable. He has added tremendous value to my near-finished manuscript.”
    — Amy Dixon, Toronto

    How does this work?

    Join online: Participate in the workshop from anywhere in the world. You'll get to interact with Alyssa and the other attendees using video, audio, and text chat (or, you can lurk in the background - we don't mind!)

    Ask Alyssa questions live during the event, or send them in by email afterwards. 

    We have space in this event for only 100 writers.

    We use Google Meet for our webinars. Don't want to share your webcam? No problem, we won't make you!

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