Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they dive into the fascinating world of foreign sales and publishing with special guest Agent Taryn Fagerness, a seasoned foreign and international rights agent. In this episode of they explore the intricacies of selling and acquiring book rights across borders, international trends country-to-country, what is hot and what is hard to sell, and the challenges and opportunities that come with bridging cultures through literature.
Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they dive into the fascinating world of foreign sales and publishing with special guest Agent Taryn Fagerness, a seasoned foreign and international rights agent. In this episode of they explore the intricacies of selling and acquiring book rights across borders, international trends country-to-country, what is hot and what is hard to sell, and the challenges and opportunities that come with bridging cultures through literature.
From negotiating deals to navigating cultural nuances, Taryn shares her insights and experiences gained from years of working in the global publishing scene including key global book fairs. Whether you're a writer, author, aspiring agent, reader, or tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how stories travel the world and the role of international agents like Taryn in shaping the literary landscape.
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