What is a pitch and why is it important? How do writers succinctly convey what their book is to other people? Practical advice from agents and editors. Part of the Nuts & Bolts of Writing Series #3.
How to pitch your book explores different pitching scenarios along the publishing journey – how to do it and what might be expected.
We’ll explore:
Pitching to an agent (including how to write a synopsis and query letter)
Elevator pitches
Comps – what are they and why are they used in publishing?
Panel:
Frankie Edwards – Fiction Editor, Hachette UK
Aki Schilz – Director, The Literary Consultancy
Euan Thorneycroft – agent at A M Heath Literary Agency
Suitable for writers of fiction and non-fiction. Run by international creative writing competition The Bridport Prize.
Date: 24 March 2026, 6:30pm UK Time
Location: Online
Cost: £10 / £1 tickets for underrepresented writers on a low income
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