My last day in NYC was sort of like a dream. I met my literary agent. I’ve thought of that moment so many times over the past three years. I walked from the 33rd Street station to the office and paused for a second before crossing the street. I glanced up to the left and saw the Empire State building and then looked across the street to see the building where McIntosh & Otis works its literary magic. As I rode in the elevator I made an effort to soak in that moment and realize that this was something I would always treasure and remember.
The next hour and a half was a true pleasure. Rebecca was everything I hoped for–excited about the book, full of ideas, super-friendly and fun. Plus, she loves the HBO series True Blood as much as I do! What else could a girl want in her literary agent? Over the summer I’ll be working with Rebecca to make this novel the best it can be!
Did I mention that before my meeting with Rebecca, I browsed one of what seemed like a hundred bookshelves and saw STAY by Allie Larkin?! Allie has been such a source of support and knowledge on my journey as a writer and it was perfect to see her book just before meeting my agent. When I arrived home in Baltimore that evening, my very own copy of STAY was waiting! This is one of the best books I’ve read in 2010 and it’s on shelves June 11th:) Thank you to everyone who has sent words of encourgement and excitement during my mini-adventure to NYC these past few days. Here’s to many more adventures to come! xo
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yay, meeting agents! hope I get to do that someday, too!
I highly recommend making the trip to meet your agent if you can! It was invaluable to have some face to face time:) Thanks for stopping by my blog!
Sounds great! I’m so happy for you!!! Yay for fellow True Blood lovers!
XO
Hey Lauren! Aren’t you excited about the premiere?! I can hardly wait:) xo
I was so happy to hear your news that I just had to send you a little note to day. Proud, proud, proud. You are one amazing young woman and I think you are wonderful. May this summer be filled with creative passion for your art. Can’t wait to see your imagination come to life. Blessings to you dear C. Love, A
It was so wonderful to spend time with you at the BEAs! Thank you for your words of encouragement and support, it means so much to me! I hope that your summer is filled with creativity and happiness, too:) xoxo, C
Yay! Am meeting mine in three min!
Enjoy! Hope it went well:)
Nice post! GA is also my biggest earning. However, it’s not a much.
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