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Is the Publishing World Ageist? By Claire Pandora Gearty

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If you’re a reader, the age of the debut author isn’t relevant, but if you’re a literary agent or publisher it is. In simple terms, it’s all about the ROI, return on investment. New writers who are middle-ag... Read More...

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