The Poet Empress (Bramble, January 20.) Editor: Ali Fisher. Agent: Jennifer Azantian. Shen Tao immigrated to Canada at an early age, and grew up inspired by both Chinese and Western stories. She has wanted to be a writer for as long as she can remember. The Poet Empress is her first book. How did you find your agent? My agent, Jennifer Azantian, found me during an online pitching event called DVPit, which I believe will be held again in October. She invited me to query her after seeing my short pitch, which I’ve attached below: “In the declining Azalea Dynasty, […]
