A Glossary of Publishing Terms: Vol 1.

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Here’s the first volume in what will be an expanding glossary of publishing terminology. If you have any questions about any term defined in this list, feel free to let me know and I’ll create an expanded definition for you. 

Acquisition: The process of a publisher buying the rights to a manuscript from an author or agent. 

Agent: The person who represents an author’s work and interests, submits their manuscripts to editors for acquisition, and negotiates contracts.

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