Emma asked Andrea Bramhall:

From one new author to an established one: How did you find the process of finding a publisher or agent?

Andrea Bramhall Hi, thanks for the question.

To be honest, the process for me was really easy. I sent my first completed manuscript direct to the publisher I wanted to be involved with. Their submissions department read it and contacted me after a few months to get the ball rolling on contracting the book. I did a fair bit of research about which publishing house I wanted to go with before I started, but it was really as easy as that for me.

I was really lucky. I've heard some real horror stories out there. But the main theme I've learned from hearing those was that persistence was key, and continually working to perfect your craft. No one writes a brilliant book straight off the bat It takes hard work and dedication. That's a familiar theme through the entire process.

I hope this helps.

Andrea

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