Mega Critique Package with Agent Steven Malk
Steven Malk, an agent at Writers House, is generously donating a critique package that will be spread out over two phases:
Phase 1
- A written query critique
- A written critique of the first 50 pages of your MG/YA novel OR your full PB manuscript
- A 20-minute phone consultation to discuss the critique of your query letter and manuscript pages.
After you've received Steven's notes, you will revise on a schedule to be mutually agreed.
Phase 2
- A written critique of your revised query
- A written critique of your revised first 50 pages OR full PB manuscript
- A 30-minute phone call to talk about your revisions and discuss any questions you have about the publishing and/or writing process
Steven Malk is the third generation of his family to be involved in the children's book industry. The son and grandson of children's booksellers, he worked at his parents' bookstore all through high school and college and entered the world of agenting immediately after graduating from UCSD in 1995. He opened a west coast office for Writers House in 1998.
His clients have received numerous honors, including the Newbery, Caldecott, Carnegie, and Kate Greenaway Medals and the Coretta Scott King, Pura Belpré, and Geisel Awards.
General Information
- Opening Bid: $40
- Auction Ends: Sunday, September 1st, 2019, at 9:00pm EST.
- Note: Any bids submitted after that time will be void.
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