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So What Do You Do, Zane, New York Times Bestselling Erotica Author?
The erotica author talks empowering women, why publishers are under appreciated, and the one thing you need to pen a juicy romance novel.

So What Do You Do Jamie Raab, Publisher of Grand Central Publishing?
Hachette's head honcho makes the case for publishers in a world of eBooks and recounts how she discovered Nicholas Sparks.

So What Do You Do, Rick Blair, CEO of Examiner.com?
Examiner's top exec explains why his site is more than just a content farm and has a message for HuffPo's unpaid bloggers.

So What Do You Do, Matt LeMay, bit.ly Platform Manager?
This social media guru shares how publishers can finally monetize content.

So What Do You Do, Mark Victor Hansen, Co-Creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul?
With 167 million copies sold worldwide, this king of self-help details his rise to success and and reveals why it's okay to judge a book by its title.

So What Do You Do, Nicholas Sparks, Bestselling Romance Novelist?
Hollywood's go-to guy for love stories details the inspiration behind his books, dealing with rejection, and how he penned 16 bestselling novels.

So What Do You Do, Nina Lassam, eBook Marketing Evangelist?
The digital marketing guru outlines best practices for authors going the DIY route and reveals why the eBook market is not just a publishing ghetto.

So What Do You Do, James Patterson, Bestselling Novelist?
The year's top selling author talks catering to the masses, getting boys to read and, oh yeah, his critics.

So What Do You Do, Janet Evanovich, Bestselling Novelist?
The bestselling author of the Stephanie Plum series talks about her rise to fame, her new co-author program, and why 'we haven't even seen the beginning of eBooks.'

So What Do You Do, Seth Godin, Author and Marketing Guru?
The bestselling author and marketing revolutionary reveals why he's through with traditional publishing and how to leverage free content.

So What Do You Do, Hugh Hefner, Founder of Playboy Enterprises?
The legendary playboy talks about creating an iconic public image, the brand's possible sale, and what he'd do differently if he was starting in media today.

Pitching An Agent: RLR Associates, Ltd.
This lit agent is willing to help new authors as long as they pen an engaging query.

Pitching An Agent: The Croce Agency
Fiction authors who study the market and know their readership could land a book deal at this agency.

Pitching An Agent: The Charlotte Gusay Literary Agency
Dubbed the "Diane Keaton" of literary agents, this book lover seeks superb writing from unique perspectives.

Pitching An Agent: Epstein Literary Agency
Excellent writing with a 'journalistic narrative' is always welcome at this one-woman book agency.

Pitching An Agent: The Bent Agency
Work that elicits a multitude of emotions is wanted by this boutique lit agency.

Pitching An Agent: Natasha Kern Literary Agency
Books that are 'truly inspiring and unforgettable' will get lots of t.l.c. at this one-woman lit agency.

Pitching An Agent: Judith Ehrlich Literary Management LLC
Talented authors with a strong interest in self-promotion could thrive at this boutique agency.

Pitching An Agent: Red Sofa Literary
Motivated writers with 'smart, quirky nonfiction' will fit right in at this lit agency.

Pitching An Agent: James Fitzgerald Agency
If you have a fresh perspective on society and culture, this New York-based lit agency wants to rep your work.

Pitching An Agent: Andrew Lownie Literary Agency
'An author who has some sort of platform or profile and can write fluently' will impress this journo turned lit agent.

Pitching An Agent: The Strothman Agency
To join this lit agency's stable of authors, writers must 'put words on paper in a way that is utterly compelling.'

Pitching an Agent: FinePrint Literary Management
Interested in long-term relationships with authors, this agency seeks fiction and nonfiction that will excel in digital and print arenas.

Pitching an Agent: Evatopia Literary Management
This middle grade and YA-loving agency is seeking 'passionate' and 'patient' authors.

Pitching an Agent: Redhammer Management, Ltd.
Children's and young adult fiction from intelligent scribes are in demand at this boutique agency.

Pitching An Agent: Talbot Fortune Agency
Your fortune could change for the better with a passionate, professional pitch to these lit agents.

Pitching An Agent: Creative Authors Ltd.
This UK-based agency seeks experts and journalists to pen nonfiction with strong commercial appeal and 'a bit of quirkiness.'

Pitching An Agent: Daniel Literary Group
Nonfiction authors with the triple threat of an established platform, timely idea, and solid writing can win over this seasoned agent.

Pitching An Agent: Felicia Eth Literary Representation
Invested in 'shaping authors' careers,' this agent seeks smart, engaging fiction and provocative nonfiction from writers who are 'dynamite at promotion.'

Pitching An Agent: Waterside Productions
Nonfiction authors with the proper credentials have a shot at representation at this agency, which seeks how-to's and books that will 'make a difference.'

Pitching An Agent: Renaissance Literary & Talent
This celebrity-driven literary management company welcomes new blood with 'terrific writing, strong concepts and platforms.'

Pitching An Agent: Publication Riot Group
This agency grooms prolific writers into bestselling authors, so long as they have a full understanding of the market and the credentials to back up their proposals.

Pitching An Agent: Castiglia Literary Agency
The door is wide open for fiction at this agency, but women's novels and thrillers are likely to score extra attention.

Pitching An Agent: Mendel Media Group
This professor turned book agent seeks nonfiction with a 'quick-moving narrative' and fiction that has a 'strong voice.'

Hey, How'd You Spin an Interactive Novel from the CSI Brand?
The creator of TV's most successful franchise takes on eBooks and gives tips for breaking through Hollywood's notorious closed doors.

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Jamie Raab Interview Sparks eBook Royalty Debate - Posted February 1, 2012
GalleyCat contributor Jeff Rivera interviewed Grand Central publisher Jamie Raab for mediabistro.com's So What Do You Do? feature today. In the interview, Raab (pictured, ... [GalleyCat]

Chicken Soup for the Soul Co-Creator on Social Media: 'Figure It Out For Yourself' - Posted February 24, 2011
Chicken Soup for the Soul co-creator Dr. Mark Victor Hansen has seen his popular nonfiction series sell 167 milion copies. The author and entrepreneur had some simple social m... [GalleyCat]