Life After the Breakup: Navigating the Publishing World After Parting Ways with Your Agent, with Amy Trueblood

Hosts Beth McMullen and Lisa Schmid welcome award-winning author Amy Trueblood to discuss a transition many writers face but few discuss: life after parting ways with a literary agent. Amy shares her journey of being on her fourth agent, offering a refreshing look at why changing representation is a natural part of a long-term career.About the GuestAmy Trueblood is the author of the acclaimed YA historical novels Nothing But Sky and Across a Broken Shore. Writing as Amy True, she also authored the speculative romance series Clearly Charmed.Key Discussion PointsNormalizing Transitions: Agent changes due to retirement, agency closures, or genre shifts are standard industry "ebbs and flows."Re-Querying Strategy: Authors returning to the "trenches" should lead with their published credits to signal professional experience to new agents.Market Realities: The trio discusses the current high volume of submissions and why authors must exercise increased patience in today’s slower market.Overcoming "Baggage": Professionalism and a solid reputation are the best ways to counter fears that changing agents looks negative.Creative Evolution: Amy discusses her shift into romance and the experience of working with UK-based publishers.Actionable AdviceBe Transparent: Sharing industry struggles helps the wider writing community.Leverage Credentials: Use your history to establish immediate credibility.Stay Professional: Agents value reliable partners who understand the business.LinksAmy Trueblood websiteAmy Trueblood InstaAmy Trueblood ThreadsAmy Trueblood BlueskySend us Fan Mail Support the showVisit the WebsiteFind Full Episodes on YouTube!Writers with Wrinkles Link Tree for socials and more!