Sunday Breakout Workshop: What Agents Expect from Their Clients

Sunday, August 23, 2026 • 9:00-9:45amMust be registered for the conference to attend breakout workshops. In this session, you’ll hear directly from attending agents, Tommy Dean, Kristen Terrette, and Nicola Pittam as they pull back the curtain on what they expect from the writers they represent. Beyond signing the deal, what makes a client stand out as professional, prepared, and worth long-term investment? This candid conversation goes far beyond query tips. Learn what agents look for in communication, career mindset, productivity, and collaboration. Discover the habits that build trust, the red flags that can strain a relationship, and how to position yourself not just as a promising writer, but as a valuable client. Whether you’re seeking representation or already agented, this session offers rare insight into how agents think, what they prioritize, and how you can align your goals with theirs to build a sustainable writing career. Tommy Dean Kristen Terrette Nicola Pittam