This was a hard decision for me.  I've enjoyed the challenges and rewards of representing authors in this ever-changing market; however, it's time for me to enjoy the freedom of retirement.

Thanks to all of you for your kindness and support.  It's been a joy, but it's time for me to take a different path.

Happy writing to you all!

Vivian

September 2008

It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of former agent, Jeanna Schilling.  She was an extraordinary writer, friend and colleague whom I will greatly miss. 

The Vivian Beck Agency will be closed until September 30th, 2008.  This will give me a chance to reorganize files, revamp the website and catch up on submissions.  When we reopen in October, we will once again accept electronic queries.  Check the "How to Submit" page to find out what I'm seeking.

Melody Marshall has added a couple of great trailers to her website.  Check them out at MelodyMarshall.com.

Looking for a super contest?  Visit Emily Bryan website and enter her Pirate Name Contest. While you're there be sure to sign up for her newsletter and checkout her Blog.

Dates to add to your calendar.

Nina Romberg aka Jane Archer will be a panelist and sign books at FenCon V (www.fencon.org), October 3rd-5th, in Dallas, TX.

Nina Romberg aka Jane Archer will be a panelist and sign books at ConDFW 8 (www.condfw.org), February 20th-22nd, 2009, in Dallas, TX.

Nina Romberg aka Jane Archer will sign books at Dreamin' in Dallas (www.dallasromanceauthors.com), April 2009, in Plano, TX.

August 2008

Nina Romberg's short story, "The House that Elrod Built," was published in TALES TOLD AT MIDNIGHT ALONG THE RIO GRANDE (edited by Mona Sizer aka Deana James) in an trade edition to benefit the Valley Byliners of Texas.

New Release

Emily Bryan's, PLEASURING THE PIRATE is an August 2008 release.   

Click here to go to Amazon and buy PLEASURING THE PIRATE!

Congratulations to Diana Groe writing as Emily Bryan who has contracted with Dorchester Publishing to join USA Today Bestseller Jennifer Ashley and new author Alissa Johnson for a 2009 Holiday Anthology. 

July 2008

Diana Groe/Emily Bryan & Darcy Carson are busy ladies this month.  They are attending the PNWA Conference in Seattle, Washington from July 17th to July 20th, then it's on to the Romance Writers of America National Conference in San Francisco, California from July. 30th - Aug.1st.  Drink lots of water, try to get some rest, and have a great time! 

June 2008

Congratulations goes out to Darcy Carson whose manuscript, WEATHER DANCE placed 3rd in the Connecticut Chapter of RWA's 2008 CONNections contest. 

May 2008

The Vivian Beck Agency is moving and the office will be closed until June 7th.  Thanks to a fantastic year, we're moving to a much larger and better office.  I am so looking forward to having a place for everything!

April  2008

We are pleased to announce that DISTRACTING THE DUCHESS by Emily Bryan has been contracted for a Dutch translation and will be published by De Vrijbuiter of Holland.

March 2008

New Release

Emily Bryan's, DISTRACTING THE DUCHESS, a  March 2008 release.   

The wait is finally over, Emily Bryan's DISTRACTING THE DUCHESS is finally on the shelves.  If you are looking for a great beach or poolside read, this is the book for you.

Click here to go to Amazon and buy DISTRACTING THE DUCHESS!

  January 2008

This is the month to set your 2008 goals for the and evaluate your 2007 goals.  I hope each of you are even closer to obtaining your goal of publication.  Happy New Year!

We just received some good news.  Diana Groe's, SILK DREAMS has been contracted for translation into Russian by Moy Mir Cjsc of Moscow, Russia. 

  December 2007

Happy Holidays!

The Vivian Beck Agency will be closed until January 7th, 2008.  Here's wishing that each of you have a fantastic holiday.