The Literary Agent

A Bridge Between Your Books and Your Career

You’ve got an agent! Now what? Most writers are surprised to find that there’s a lot more work to do between author and agent before landing a publishing contract, as well as after a book is published. Jennie Dunham of Dunham Literary, Inc. takes you behind the scenes of a literary agency to reveal insights into the partnership between agent and author, and by extension, agent and editor, and author and marketplace.

In this 50-minute presentation, Jennie shares her day in the life of an agent and what agents are looking for in picture book submissions.

"Jennie Dunham was fabulous at putting together what her day and life looks like. We love being able to know some truths about the industry." - Deb B.

"I'm getting ready to start querying in the next few months, so Jennie Dunham's workshop gave me timely advice. She answered every question a person could possibly have about agents. And even some questions I didn't know I had. " - Stephanie G.


Your Instructor


Jennie Dunham
Jennie Dunham

Jennie Dunham has been a literary agent since 1992 and founded Dunham Literary, Inc. in 2000. She represents literary fiction and non-fiction for adults and children. Her clients’ books have appeared on the New York Times Best Sellers lists and have won numerous awards including: New York Times Best Illustrated Book, The Schneider Family Award, Boston Globe Horn Book Honor, and Los Angeles Times Book Prize Finalist.


Course Curriculum


  The Literary Agent: A Bridge Between Your Books and Your Story
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

"Jenny told the agent story in such an honest and forthright manner. It cleared up a lot of my misunderstandings."

- Charlotte H.

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