Looking for tips on how to start writing, or perhaps you want to elevate your elevator pitch? Curious about what an agent actually does? Want information on how to publicise your book or use social media as a writer? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to put your questions about writing, publishing and all things books to our friendly industry experts, from agents and writing coaches to marketing and publicity specialists.

Catherine Cho is a literary agent and the founder of Paper Literary. She started her career in New York at Folio Literary Management before moving to Curtis Brown UK. She has built a list of New York Times and Sunday Times’ bestsellers, with the majority of her clients coming from submissions. Catherine is also the author of the memoir, Inferno which was shortlisted for the Sunday Times’ Young Writer of the Year Award. Her debut novel, The Devoted will be published in June.

Come and talk to Catherine about:

• What an agent does
• Pitching your novel to agents
• How publishing works

Slots available: 12.00-12.15pm; 12.15-12.30pm; 12.30-12.45pm; 12.45-1.00pm