Fiction Writing Made Easy

#91: Student Spotlight: How She Went From First Draft to Landing Her Dream Agent with Jamie Varon

May 9, 2023
Guest Jamie Varon, an inspiring author, shares her journey from first draft to landing her dream agent. Topics include working with her agent, receiving tough feedback, seeking representation elsewhere, and eventually landing her dream agent. The podcast also delves into turning her book into a movie with a screenwriter, providing insights on writing and seeking representation in the industry.
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ANECDOTE

Practice Novel

  • Jamie Varon wrote a practice novel before "Main Character Energy" to test her novel-writing capabilities.
  • This experience led her to seek Savannah Gilbo's coaching to develop a system for writing multiple books.
ADVICE

Quick and Dirty Draft

  • Focus on getting words on paper; a quick first draft is helpful, especially for fast thinkers.
  • Embrace editing as a way to shape the story later.
INSIGHT

Perfection Paralysis

  • Unrealistic expectations, like writing a bestseller on the first try, can cause writer's block.
  • Focus on writing something rather than aiming for immediate perfection.
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