Coastal Crime Agent & Editor One-to-One Appointments

Take the next step in your writing journey

Finished your manuscript and wondering what comes next? Whether you're preparing to query literary agents, looking for editorial feedback or simply want honest, professional advice about your writing, these one-to-one appointments are designed to help you move forward with confidence.

Meeting an industry professional face-to-face gives you the opportunity to receive personalised, actionable feedback, ask questions and gain valuable insight into the publishing industry.

What can you discuss?

Every appointment is different, but topics may include:

• Query letters and submission packages
• Synopsis and opening chapters
• Commercial potential and market positioning
• Traditional publishing and the submissions process
• Editorial feedback and next steps
• Building a sustainable writing career
• General publishing questions

Meet our industry professionals

We're delighted to welcome a fantastic line-up of literary agents and publishing professionals to Coastal Crime 2027.

Each professional has their own profile explaining their background, the genres they represent or edit, what they're looking for, and any submission requirements before you book.

Booking Information

• 12-minute one-to-one consultation with your chosen agent or editor.
• Appointments begin every 15 minutes, with a short changeover period between attendees to ensure the schedule runs smoothly.
• £70 per appointment.
• Advance booking is essential.
• Places are strictly limited.
• A valid Coastal Crime Festival ticket (Full, Day or Part-Day) is required to book an appointment.
• Appointments take place in a dedicated consultation room, with each agent or editor seated at their own table so that multiple consultations can take place simultaneously.
• Please arrive at the consultation area at least five minutes before your allocated time. Late arrivals may lose part or all of their appointment and refunds cannot be offered.

Before Your Appointment

Please read each agent or editor's profile carefully before booking to ensure they are the right fit for your work.

All appointments require a submission pack that includes:

• Covering letter
• One Page Synopsis
• First 3 chapters (up to 5,000 words)

Please compile all these materials into a single document and attach it to your email.

The submission deadline is Sunday, 7th February.

Submission packs will be collated by the Coastal Crime team and passed directly to your chosen agent or editor.

Don't miss out

These sessions are always among the most popular opportunities at writing festivals and availability is limited.

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