Questions About The First Five Pages: A Writer's Guide To Staying Out of the Rejection Pile

by Noah Lukeman (Goodreads Author)

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So, just another scam/racket to help fame-hungry wannabe's dumb-down their writing for consumer viability...?

John Hannan I'm only a quarter through the book, but:

Absolutely not. The title appears as such, but it's written from a potential agent's perspective - which is s…moreI'm only a quarter through the book, but:

Absolutely not. The title appears as such, but it's written from a potential agent's perspective - which is something pretty novel for one of these types of books.

The book is lists tips to improve the chances of your manuscript both being read and being liked by a potential publisher or agent. It's a refreshing look at the writing craft, and while, as the book's title says, it's focused on the first five pages, most of what I've read so far is practical editing advice in general. I feel I've learned plenty already. (less)

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Found the book helpful but I wanted more current info. He discussed sending hard copy to editors and agents when everyone now wants email. Did anyone else feel disappointed in antiquated info?

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