The Shocking Truth About Letting Your Editor or “Author Rep” Sign Your Publishing Contract—What They’re Not Telling You!
DISCLAIMER: I am not an attorney and this is not legal advice. Consult with an attorney for your specific situation and needs.
We all know what an editor is. But, what is an “author representative?” That is someone who claims to know the ins and outs of the publishing industry and they offer to guide authors through the book publication process…for a hefty fee, of course.
I have met many reputable and professional author reps. I have also met many who I knew were ripping authors off. They were selling extraneous services that weren’t necessary and some were doing things the authors outright did not want them to do. It’s not uncommon for authors to pay thousands, and then to fire their reps when things go awry. And, do authors really need those services anyway? At BookLocker.com, we hold our authors’ hands through the entire process. They don’t need an “author rep.” Our reputation speaks for itself.
