Become an Author
100% Success Continues through 2023 at World Changing Books
We are excited to say that our 100% success rate with our clients continued through 2023! So far, every client who came to us for help getting a book deal has gone on to get signed by a literary agent who has sold their book to a traditional publisher, or we have helped connect them…
Read MoreNavigating the Traditional Publishing Route
For most, navigating the traditional publishing route is like entering a foreign land. It can be an exciting new world to discover, but you may get into trouble if you don’t know what to watch out for. As someone who has helped dozens of clients navigate the traditional publishing route, I’ve seen four key stages…
Read MoreHow to Be the Author of a Ghostwritten Book
Although it might seem so, it’s not obvious how to be the author of a ghostwritten book. The most common misconception is that once you hire a ghostwriter, your manuscript will magically appear with minimal effort from you. Sure, the majority of the work will be done by the ghostwriter. But just because someone else…
Read MoreThe Grim Realities of the Publishing Industry
The good news is publishing is here to stay. The world continues to crave books, and the industry needs to sign new authors. You just have to find your unique salable concept and write a proposal that proves without a doubt that you know what you’re talking about—and that you can and will sell books.
Read MoreA Year in Review: 2021 at R Colucci LLC
Looking back on 2021, we are proud to announce that we can still boast our 100% success rate in getting our book proposal clients signed with agents who have gone on to sell their books to publishers! Though some of our clients’ projects are still in the hunt, they are all in play. Here’s a…
Read More2 Big Reasons Why You Should Share Your Book’s Content While You Write It
If you’ve ever worried about sharing the ideas in your book before it’s out, you’re not alone. Often, people come to me convinced that they must keep it all very hush-hush, so that they can make a big splash when the book comes out. While it is certainly wise to withhold some of your content,…
Read MoreSix Things You Should NEVER Say During Literary Agent Matchmaking
If you’ve finished your book proposal, and you’re getting ready to pitch to literary agents, this is a must-read. For many first-time authors, the literary agent matchmaking process can be a mine field, with lots of spots where you can inadvertently “step in it” and blow up your chances of getting signed. Here are some…
Read MoreTwo Keys to Getting a Literary Agent and a Book Deal
Everyone knows that to claim full authority status as an expert in your field, you need to author a book. And the way to publish with the most prestige is to land a deal with a traditional publisher. For new authors, the process of getting a literary agent and book deal can seem mysterious, elusive,…
Read MoreThe Life-Changing Magic of Showing Up
A woman I had known for a matter of hours invited me to stay at her house in LA for a week. She wanted to throw a dual birthday party for her and me. Sounds like an odd situation, right? I mean, she was friendly enough, but I wouldn’t exactly call us close. Especially not…
Read MoreWhy Literary Agents Reject Queries (And What to Do About It)
If you’ve ever sent a query to a literary agent who rejected your proposal, you might have been tempted to tell yourself that the agent was “mean” or “just didn’t get it.” And while that point of view makes a soothing balm for the ego, it will not get you a different result with the…
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