From the Query Trenches to a Two-Book Deal: How to Become a Published Author with Jillian Laine

Schedule

Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

610 Woodmere Ave (Main Library), Traverse City, MI, United States, Michigan 49686 | Traverse City, MI

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Author and former book editor Jillian Laine published five books with Sesame Street early in her career, but getting a novel in print was a long game. Over the course of 10 years and 12 manuscripts in various genres, she queried nearly 150 literary agents before getting that elusive "yes." Within two weeks, she had an agent. Within a month, she had a two-book deal with Penguin Random House. Join Jillian to talk about her debut novel, Henry Tudor Must Die, and the winding road to publication. Bring your questions about querying, writing, and, of course, the infamous Tudor family!
Join us from home via Zoom. Find the registration link at tadl.org/FromTheQuery
Signed copies of Henry Tudor Must Die will be available for purchase at the event. Learn more about the book at jillianlaine.com.
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610 Woodmere Ave (Main Library), Traverse City, MI, United States, Michigan 49686

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