"Again, we turn down most books that have……" — Richard Curtis
"Again, we turn down most books that have been self-published unless they have a special track record. We have taken a small number on, however, and sold them to major publishers for a nice sum. But that is an exception to the rule."
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17 Quotes by Richard Curtis
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You have to remember that in addition to running a literary agency, I am also an ebook publisher.
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The real effect of the WTC calamity has been depressed spirits, anxiety, and uncertainty among publishers, and of course those…
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Except for a few small presses, most publishers are north of Ground Zero.
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Laboratories can reduce risk by implementing a proven and internationally accepted quality assurance technology that is applicable across the globe.
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