Folks,

As some know, I have recently had a children's book published and am sitting 
on cloud nine. I answered an ad for writers of children's books: "WL 
Children's Agency". So far, they are telling me that I am a go on a story I 
wrote about Pocahontas 
http://www.educationalsynthesis.org/books/History/Pocahontas.html
This is where it relates to Virginia History.

Today's email from WL Children's Agency says that the story has merit and 
they are asking me to have a "formal edit process" performed. They say they 
will provide referrals to have it done, and it will cost me $70-90.

I can submit a professional edit (that follows their model) from any 
professional editor of my choosing. Or I can ask them to make a referral for 
this service.

My question is whether this is a typical way of doing business? Or is this 
indication that it is something I should not get involved in. Does anyone 
know if other writer agents require a "professional edit process" to 
represent a writer? Also, can anyone suggest such an editor closer to home 
and with knowledge of the subject of the story?

Thanks ever so much, and, for those who feel this is an inappropriate 
question for the list, my humble apologies.

Anne


Anne Pemberton
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http://www.erols.com/apembert
http://www.educationalsynthesis.org 

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