Since my memoir, HERE I STAND, was published in Feb. 2012, four Hollywood producers have expressed interest in turning it into a feature film. My book tells of my upbringing as a young, African-American woman, raised by my white stepfather, who was a member of the Philadelphia Italian Mafia. I want to know if any of you know an agent(s) who would be interested in taking me on as a client and to rep my book? I don't feel I have the experience or knowledge to deal with Hollywood producers without getting the short end of the stick.
Read a Good Book Lately? : Does anyone know of agents who rep books for film? by Jillian Bullock
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Hi, Jillian. Just about every legit, known agent has the capacity and knowledge to rep and submit books to film. All three of my agents had/have this talent and experience. You have only to query them and explain your situation with a prospective agent. You can find agents on Angentquery.com, for example, or find them in the hardcopy edition of Writers Market. It sounds like you have a worthwhile project there, and should have no problems landing a decent agent, to handle the particulars.
Thanks Chris.
I also like your idea and will give it to my agent mrateringg@hotmail.com
Mark, that would be great. Thank you. If anyone wants to read an excerpt from the book, go to www.jaguarsportsentertainment.com
Jill You should turn this into a screenplay. It's better for you to be a part of it and have some control.
I already wrote the screenplay. I've sold two scripts already to independent producers, so I figured who best to turn my book into a script than me, right? So if an agent wants to see the book and/or script I'm ready. Just need to get it into the hands of the right producer. Four Hollywood producers have expressed interest in my story, but I couldn't make a deal with any of them for various reasons. I feel if I have an agent repping me I wouldn't get taken advantage of and he would get me a better deal.
may I read the script
In your local library or bookstore they have a book called The Writers Market index and Novel and Short story market book, they have a lot of info about agents.
Larissa is right a query will get the job done.Go online and check Writers and Artist Agency and pitch your script.They are good at responding quickly.
Thanks to all for your feedback. I'll get working on it
Hi Jillian, who is your publisher? Looking for a publisher for my new manuscript which has just been completed