REMINDER: Our free webinar happens this afternoon.
Today, Thomas Umstattd Jr., and I are presenting a live webinar to answer the most pressing questions writers have and to share a little about my new book, Sacred Margins, which Amazon has started to ship early. Please don’t miss out on the FREE webinar.
Date: Wednesday, May 13–TODAY
Time: 5 p.m. (Eastern Time)
Thomas Umstattd Jr. is the host. He is the head of Author Media and has some of the most popular podcasts in our industry, including Novel Marketing, which just celebrated its 500th episode!
Register now and post your questions.
If you cannot attend live, the webinar will be recorded and available for free to all registered participants. But if you don’t register, you won’t have access.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Will there be a replay?
Yes. Everyone who registers will receive access to the recording.
Can I submit questions in advance?
Yes. You’ll receive a link to submit questions when you register. Steve and Thomas will prioritize advance questions to cover as much ground as possible.
Do I need to buy the book to attend?
No. The webinar is free and open to all registered attendees. But if you want to delve deeper into the writer’s spiritual life, please order Sacred Margins.
Who is this webinar for?
Any Christian writer who wants to learn from one of the most experienced agents in the industry. Published authors, aspiring authors, and curious readers are all welcome.
REMINDER: Register for the Free Webinar: Ask a Literary Agent: Q&A With Steve Laube – May 13
My question is about debut authors who have strong manuscripts — distinctive voice, emotional depth, clear market potential, and even award-level quality — but who are still in the early stages of platform building (for example, under 2,000 engaged followers or a growing mailing list).
In today’s publishing landscape, where platform is often a key gatekeeping factor, what pathways or strategies would you recommend for authors at this stage to meaningfully bridge that gap without losing momentum on the writing side?
Are there particular types of publishers, agents, or development routes that are more open to discovering and nurturing emerging voices like this?