I just got some feedback from an agent I met recently, who’s comments were definitely positive, although what he’s looking for and what I’m looking for aren’t quite in sync–that is, he thinks I’m a good writer but didn’t connect with FINDERS KEEPERS the way he needs to represent me.
That said, he gave me some recommendations for some new leads, which he definitely didn’t have to do, and of which I certainly appreciate. He could have just said thanks but no thanks, but instead he offered sI just got some feedback from an agent I met recently, who’s comments were definitely positive, although what he’s looking for and what I’m looking for aren’t quite in sync–that is, he thinks I’m a good writer but didn’t connect with FINDERS KEEPERS the way he needs to represent me.
That said, he gave me some recommendations for some new leads, which he definitely didn’t have to do, and of which I certainly appreciate. He could have just said thanks but no thanks, but instead he offered some assistance.
Was I disappointed that he didn’t want to sign me? Sure. But I also have a smile on my face right now, because there’s something positive to glean from every exchange, and this was no exception.
It’s definitely one of the joyous elements of my search. Sometimes you meet some really good people along the way, and even though you may not partner up officially, there’s a lot of goodwill out there if you stick with it.
And the search continues …
