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From the Query Trenches to a Two-Book Deal: How to Become a Published Author with Jillian Laine

From the Query Trenches to a Two-Book Deal: How to Become a Published Author with Jillian Laine

Author and former book editor Jillian Laine published five books with Sesame Street early in her career, but getting a novel in print was a long game. Over the course of 10 years and 12 manuscripts in various genres, she queried nearly 150 literary agents before getting that elusive "yes." Within two weeks, she had an agent.

Traverse Area District Library
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM on Wed, 29 Jul 2026

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Traverse Area District Library
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Traverse Area District Library
610 Woodmere Ave
Traverse City, Michigan 49686
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