Please join the San Francisco Bay Area chapter of the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA) on July 16 for what should be a very interesting discussion led by BAIPA member Mike Larsen, literary agent and author coach.Contentpreneurs
What Editors Should Know About Literary Agents
Date & Time: Thursday, Jul 16, 2026 12:00 PM PT
Description: What’s a literary agent do, anyway? And now that self-publishing is viable, is an agent even necessary? Literary agent Mike Larsen will give us the scoop on all this and more in this presentation hosted by the San Francisco Bay Area chapter of the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA). This is an opportunity to hear directly from a literary agent about the process of finding an agent and writing a compelling book proposal, insights we as editors can use to better assist our authors on their path to publishing.
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One of my favorite things about BAIPA is its culture of generosity, the willingness — even eagerness — to share what we have each learned in the process of bringing stories to life. We provide educational programs, networking, marketing opportunities, encouragement, and information on industry vendors and services. And lots of one-on-one advice and mentoring.
We welcome all who have an interest in making connections within the world of independent publishing and learning more about how to publish and sell their work successfully. Together we are raising the standard of independent publishing and helping our members thrive.
Do join us!
—Becky Parker Geist, BAIPA Board of Directors, President
Quick Resources
Current BAIPA members do not need to register for our monthly meetings. The night before the meetings, they will receive the Zoom info. For workshop registration, currently, members get in free for all workshops and will receive the Zoom info the night before the meetings, as well as in the confirmation email.