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--Mary Jo Buttafuoco, Getting It Through My Thick Skull: Why I Stayed, What I Learned and What Millions of People Involved with Sociopaths Need to Know, HCI Publications, 2009 |
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--Mark DeCarlo, Host of Taste of America on The Travel Channel and author of Taste of America: Cooking with People, (Globe Pequot Press, 2009) |
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--Jane Velez-Mitchell, IWant, Health Communications Inc., 2009 |
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--Sam Chapman, CEO - The No-Gossip Zone and Ten Other Tips for a Healthy Work Environment, Sourcebooks, 2009 |
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--Jennifer Marine and Carol Marine, No One's the Bitch, Globe Pequot Press, 2009 |
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company's logline is 'Considerate Literary Management For The 21st Century'. Personally,
I think it's a short-sell. This is the most indefatigable, no nonsense, two-fisted
literary agent in the business today. She doesn't have a clue what the word quit
means, she answers e-mails in her sleep, and takes on books nobody wants, turning
them into bestsellers damned near overnight. 'Considerate?' Sure. Fearless? On
the money, honey. In fact, I'm personally lobbying for the logline to change to
'Sharlene Martin - The Gutsiest Damned Literary Agent Alive.'Bless you, Sharlene.
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Sharlene seems to work 24 hours a day for her clients. She calls; she emails; she nudges; she plans; and we're convinced she knows everyone in the business. She's honest, optimistic, delightful, and tireless. We couldn't have found a better advocate for our book!" -John Heath & Lisa Adams, Why We Read What We Read, Sourcebooks, Fall, 2007 |
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--Amanda Lamb, Smotherhood,™ Skirt/Lyons Press, Fall, 2007 |
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-Psychiatrist, Stan Kapuchinski, M.D., Say Goodbye to Your PDI, HCI Books, Fall, 2007 |
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-Kelly Madigan Erlandson, Getting Sober: A Practical Guide Through the First 30 Days, McGraw-Hill, Spring, 2007 |
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–Lea Jacobson, Bar Flower, St. Martin’s
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-Art Blecher (Rabbi and Psychotherapist) The New American Judaism, Palgrave, Spring, 2007 |
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-Marlise Kast, The Tabloid Prodigy, Running Press/Perseus Books, May 2007 |
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-Joelle Jay & Amy Kovarick, Baby on Board, Amacom, 2007
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Sharlene gets to work early (meaning: she’s considerate to both East and West Coasters!) and is a pleasure to work with—fast, determined, creative, straightforward, thoughtful, honest. She also has a good eye for the unique and saleable. When Sharlene calls/e-mails, I pay attention. -Meredith Rutter, Publisher, VanderWyk & Burnham |
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Sharlene Martin is that rarest of agents: an asset to both author and publisher. On behalf of her authors, she is a tireless and effective advocate for their best interests. She intelligently and passionately champions their cause, making sure the publisher treats her authors with respect and complete dedication. That would be rare enough in an agent. But Sharlene is also a wonderful partner with the publisher. She is creative, inventive and smart. She imagines marketing strategies that are both compelling and practical. She makes the publisher’s job easier, and the author’s chances for success greater. I don’t often recommend agents (more often, I encourage authors to avoid them), but Sharlene is a striking exception. -Marji Ross, President and Publisher Regnery Publishing, Inc. |
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-Alan Weisman, Prince of Darkness , Sterling, November, 2007 and Lone Star: The Long Goodbye of Dan Rather, John Wiley and Sons, September, 2006 |
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book was almost the book that wasn't. The proposal sat alone like a dog for two
years in, hmmm, another agent's in-box. One day I decided enough was enough and
I embarked on a search for "the little agent that could." I found her in Sharlene
Martin: Two hours after I sent her my initial pitch, she asked for the full proposal.
One day later, I'd signed with her. One month later, we were debating the relative
merits of three solid offers. Sharlene is a joy to work with, tireless, creative,
insightful, tenacious: All those things that everyone else says in these testimonials
is absolutely true, in my experience. Her bias towards action is astounding. But
the raw fun of working with her needs to be acknowledged. That, and the respect
she has from each of the publishers I met with, Sharlene is just so endlessly
impressive.”
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words cannot describe Sharlene Martin. As a writer, I confess a certain level
of shame in that-- because I mean it literally. "Tireless" cannot begin to encompass
the energy level Sharlene brings to each project she accepts. "Fierce loyalty"
hardly scratches the surface of her approach to supporting the interests of her
authors. "Laser-like intensity" scarcely does justice to Sharlene's commitment
to making every book proposal and in-person pitch to prospective publishers as
perfect as is humanly possible. I've known a number of literary agents during
my writing career; none has come close to duplicating Sharlene's devotion to her
craft, or her tenacity when it comes to matching her authors' works with precisely
the right publishing house and editor. Simply stated, the lady is a jewel who
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"Sharlene Martin is a rarity in the literary world: She's a savvy, hands-on agent with extraordinary vision. A consummate professional who accepts nothing less than excellence from herself and for her clients, Sharlene deftly nurtures both books and writers from concept to proposal to print. Plus, she understands the wisdom in building careers for writers and knows exactly how to get it done. From day one of my affiliation with Martin Literary Management, Sharlene has been in touch on a daily basis and has gone above and beyond the call of duty in every way and gets my highest possible praise." -Lisa Wysocky, My Horse, My Partner, Lyons Press, Nov. 2007 and Success Within, Sourcebooks, September, 2005 http://www.powerofhorses.com |
"Meeting the right agent -- Sharlene Martin -- convinced me to leave my regular publishing job and become a full-time (ghost)writer. And I am so glad I did! She lined up the perfect book for me -- a topic I was interested in, a great author, a major publisher -- not to mention a very lucrative financial deal. Her attention to all my concerns has been outstanding -- from travel arrangements to expense accounts to editorial input. Best of all, she is already lining up my next project! I know I am in good hands and would recommend her to any writers seeking a dedicated agent who really makes deals happen." -Julie McCarron, Ghostwriter of numerous major celebrity books |
-January, 2006: Stephen Long, Ph.D. , Level Six Performance: A Gold Medal
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"Sharlene Martin is a tireless worker who went above and beyond all our expectations! Her insight and experience is invaluable. Most importantly, her positive nature and good energy becomes a magnet to anyone who meets her which is extremely important when dealing with so many entities. We are proud to have her represent us and Zubaida on this project."
-Dr. Peter and Rebecca Grossman--Tiny
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"Sharlene, You are the Everready Bunny! Amazing. Thanks for being there. Believe me, I have never met anyone in the business like you, Sharlene. Just getting a phone call or an email returned from most agents or managers is like pulling teeth. Most act as if an author or actor is a bother, rather than an opportunity. Your openness and work ethic is unique." -Andy Schell, My Best Man (Kensington) |
We
published the hardcover edition of "Front of the Class." When
Hallmark decided to crash the book as a Hallmark Hall-of-Fame Movie to
come out early December, we needed to find a publisher with the added
capital and clout that would be needed to crash and promote a paperback
edition and get it on bookstore shelves during the competitive holiday
season. Sharlene Martin placed the rights successfully with St. Martin's
Press on our behalf. This took a good network, perseverance, appropriate
haste, and a clear understanding of what was at stake for all parties.
I was thrilled with Sharlene's speed and tenacity and equally thrilled
that Brad Cohen's inspirational story would be getting its much deserved
increased visibility. 
"Thank
you so much Sharlene, for working so hard and believing in me! I really
appreciate all the time and effort you put into helping me get my book
published. I couldn't have done it without you!" 
"Ginny
Weissman is one the most tireless, cheerful and ambitious people I've
ever met. Her enthusiasm for my book proposal and her creative input in
refining it, allowed us to find the perfect publisher and put together
a great package. I've known Ginny a long time and if, like George Bailey,
she can be judged on the quantity and quality of her friends, she's the
richest book agent in town!" 
"Sharlene
Martin is the perfect literary agent. Sharlene offered me crucial guidance
and encouragement, while simultaneously pushing my project aggressively
to those who count. When revisions were requested, Sharlene guided me
through the process and wouldn't rest until she saw the result we both
wanted-a book sale. Also, she's just a lot of fun to hang out with." 
"Sharlene
has been dogged in pursuing my interests. Having her on my team has made
the difference between being a published author and dying in obscurity."
I'm
convinced Sharlene Martin's brain works at warp speed and for this, I'm very,
very grateful. From the lightening pace with which she digested our proposal and
made an offer of representation, to eliciting many, many requests from prestigious
publishing houses, to her rapid-fire emails -- well, she's just a phenomenon in
her own right. Thank you so much Sharlene for your insights into the business,
your hard work, and most of all, quickly securing us a contract that we're very
happy with. 
When
I carpet-bombed literary agents, asking if any of them would be interested
in my true crime manuscript, none of them could be bothered to respond
to the email of a no-name no-credit writer. But Sharlene Martin saw something
that those other agents couldn't see: a successful book.
I
can't say enough about Sharlene Martin; she's been a tremendous advocate
and literary agent. I especially appreciated her tireless efforts to get
my work positioned with the top publishers. She's smart, honest, and never
pulls any punches. Thanks to her, my book is coming out with a prestigious
press in a turn-around time that one could only dream of-specially negotiated
by Sharlene to get it most attention. She's my agent for life!
"I
think the class was phenomenal and I learned so much from Sharlene, Anthony and
Ginny. Sharlene Martin is so knowledgeable, as well as genuine, and made each
of us feel special and that our work is important."
"Sharlene
Martin is the rock star of literary agents! She represents her clients using a
killer combination of passion, tenacity, and guts. Thank you, Sharlene for believing
in me, for fighting for me, and never giving up. I appreciate you!"
When
I first met Sharlene at a pitch session at the 2007 Jack London Writers
Conference, I felt impressed by the professionalism and genuine interest
she showed as I nervously described my proposal. I felt she truly believed
in the potential of the book Congressman Jerry McNerney and I hoped to
co-write about sustainable energy and America's future survival as a nation.
Sharlene is a real go-getter, I soon discovered , when she signed us up
as clients. She worked hard and found us a wonderful publishing house
that truly wants the best for our project.
Sharlene Martin is truly the Gold Standard of literary agents. From the
moment Sharlene responded to my query, through the proposal process, to
the eventual sale of my book to a major publisher, I knew I was in unbelievably
capable hands. Sharlene is a "think outside the box" agent who
could see the potential in my book when other agents were unable to pigeonhole
it. Her enthusiasm and her faith in it never flagged, and within a few
months we had serious interest and offers from publishers. Editors clearly
hold Sharlene in high regard and respond to her quickly, with both warmth
and respect. Sharlene Martin's energy, enthusiasm, and creativity makes
working with her pure joy. 
If you are a first time author with a viable manuscript, Sharlene Martin is the
literary agent for you. She will get the manuscript in the hands of appropriate
publishers with her excellent industry contacts. Sharlene doesn't leave you stranded.
She communicates with authors throughout the process. Negotiating good contracts
is one of her many strengths. I found the consummate professional in working with
Sharlene. 
Sharlene is an agent unlike any other. I had heard that most agents were
slow to respond to queries, and it could be months before I received any
response. Not Sharlene. She responded to my emailed query within minutes
asking for my book proposal. She helped work the book proposal into great
shape with insightful and useful comments. After a brief whirlwind, we
had a deal inked, just four months after my first email to her, and just
as I got responses from other agents. Her wealth of experience made the
entire contract process painless. Sharlene is professional, hardworking
and unstoppable. She responds quickly to questions (I don't think she
sleeps) and is always available for her authors. She softens the inevitable
rejections during the process. She strongly advocates for her clients
and is a tenacious negotiator. Sharlene is the agent you want in your
corner. 
Sharlene Martin is one of the brightest and most creative agents I have worked
with in recent years. And even better, she is one of the most persistent agents
in the business. 
I first met Sharlene Martin when she approached me about doing a prologue for
O.J. Simpson’s If I Did It, which I ghostwrote. She is a supreme professional,
a pleasure to work with, and a very tough negotiator - a good thing if she's on
your team. Thank you, Sharlene. It was a great experience. I look forward to more
of the same. 
"When someone believes in you, there is nothing too difficult or
impossible to achieve. Sharlene believed in my book and would not quit
until she sold it. She is the most tenacious person I know, and I'm so
very fortunate she is my agent and cheer leader. Not only did she fight
for me. She makes me feel as though I'm her only client with all the attention
I get. I know I'm well represented and taken care of." 
As an internationally recognized medical intuitive, I am an expert in reading
people and the energy they emote. I knew instinctively before Sharlene Martin
shook my hand that she was a beautiful marriage of grace and tenacity with a sense
of humor thrown in for good measure. Her professionalism and expertise are illustrated
through the phenomenal authors she represents - whether they are underdogs or
champions Sharlene follows her gut, her instinct and her results sing. She accepts
people she believes in, which is her secret, she sees us as "people" and she will
put her energy and spirit into her convictions. Anyone that has been dabbling
in the publishing business will know how rare it is to be treated with consideration.
I honor Sharlene's spirit and know I am fortunate to have her on my side. 
Thank
you from the bottom of my heart about the amazing work that you did in
getting us our book deal. You are truly a professional and one of the
rare individuals who truly understands your client's needs. I still cannot
believe that in such a short time you were able to accomplish all of our
goals. The great advance was the icing on the cake. 
Three
months ago, I hit SEND, and transmitted an e-query to Martin Literary Management;
the twentieth query that week. Three hours later, my phone rang. On the other
end was Sharlene Martin. Today, August 21, I have signed my first publishing contract,
with a house that I'm convinced will give one hundred percent to ensure my first
book's success. But all their efforts, no matter how successful they might be,
will never match the incredible effort Sharlene Martin gave to place it.
Sharlene
and I are in the business of fulfilling dreams. She helps aspiring authors; I
help college-bound students. Sharlene understood my passion and urgency and, despite
a highly competitive marketplace, she secured a book deal with a New York publisher
in less than three months. One thing that I like about Sharlene is her drive and
professionalism. She returns your calls and emails almost immediately, she advises
you on how to improve your pitch, she offers candor about the marketplace and
much more. No run-on sentence is long enough to describe her value to writers.
On behalf of the students who will benefit from my book, I thank Sharlene for
being my shepherd.
If you want a true study or demonstration of high speed energy or "chi"
movement be so lucky as to work with Sharlene. The effort and energy she puts
into her representation for her clients is amazing - I don't think she sleeps!
In less than 24 hours of submitting my query letter I was asked to send my manuscript.
Within the next 24 hours I was offered her representation along with sent contract.
All of this happened in one short weekend! My challenge was to find a rep who
has a true passion and belief in new concepts, someone who has the ability to
get 200% excited about birthing a new idea. Sharlene does the above with respect,
focus and excitement; treating my book and me in a true professional manner. Sharlene
is extremely understanding of workflow, puts forth doable timetables and was helpful
in all ways in "buffing" up my proposal (which she personally augmented
and improved) and platform to give my book a chance to stand out amongst the crowd!
The publisher's list she contacted was right on target for the book's content
and I was kept in the "loop" with prompt updates as well as responses
to all my questions including a few "how are you doing on x y and z?"
polite reminders. Most of all, she is very patient of my "out of the box"
belief system and schedules. She has been a great supporter and a super advocate
for all things good for my product and my benefit. Quite frankly, when I finished
writing Fur Shui, I was not at all looking forward to stepping into the "wild"
and foreign land of literary agents and publishing (I had been "warned"!).
To my delight, I found a wonderful and honest guide who navigates, plots and plans
all the best routes to take, arranging the best introductions as well as being
the best sentinel for my precious "cargo". Thank you Sharlene for letting
my light shine bright and making my dream of being published a reality!
We
spent many years trying to bring the truth out about the shooting of the Rev.
Martin Luther King, but were gagged by powerful people in high places who did
not want that, especially some politicians in Washington, and the mainstream media.
It was only when Sharlene Martin of the MLM came aboard that the truth got back
on track. 
From
the moment Sharlene requested the proposal of our book (within an hour of receiving
our query letter), she completely broke the stereotype of agents. We had heard
that agents take forever to get back to authors no matter the issue or question;
Sharlene always answered us within an hour or two. We had heard that revising
a book proposal so that it's in the best possible shape to send to publishers
was a long and laborious process based on vague recommendations from, and with
no help from, the agent; Sharlene went over our proposal line by line, made useful,
and wonderfully substantive suggestions, and reread and commented upon the changed
version. We had heard that many agents send out the proposal fairly randomly to
publishers; Sharlene developed a list of publishers very relevant to the subject
matter of our book. We had heard that negotiating a contract with a publisher
was a painful process; Sharlene knew exactly what she was doing so that this process
was simple for us.
“After
years of research, I finally wrote “my” book, and then it dawned on
me…I knew nothing about publishing. So, I went looking for an agent and did
I get lucky! After she read my manuscript, Sharlene sent me a contract I understood
and only a few months later, she had found a publisher. What a wonderful experience
to work with someone who never seems to rest, works incredibly hard for her clients,
seems to know every one in the industry, and is very supportive! She’s made
my dream of telling an unusual, but important story possible and she never broke
stride in her efforts to make that possible. I can’t say enough about working
with Sharlene Martin.” 
Any
author would be lucky to have Sharlene as an agent. Within a week of submitting
our manuscript to Sharlene, she had read it and agreed to represent us. After
just two more weeks, she had our book proposal (crafted under her careful eye)
in the hands of numerous top editors. One month later, we had a contract. 
"I had dreams all of my adult life of becoming a writer, but life always got in
the way. I worked at it in between everything else while I balanced work and raising
a family. I had almost let go of the dream, chalking it up to a childhood fantasy.
Then, after one well-placed e-mail, I got a call from Sharlene Martin that honestly
changed my life. With her constant support, tenacity and professionalism I was
able to find a publisher for Smotherhood in less than two months. Sharlene is
a go-getter who not only understands the intricacies of the business, but has
the kind of compassion that makes you feel like you are her only client. She is
in constant communication and always has something positive to say even in the
face of rejection. She is a true cheerleader for writers, a person that any writer
would be proud to have in his or her corner.” 
"This journey to get my book published has been all the more enjoyable because
of working with Sharlene Martin. Possessing the rare gifts of being caring, personable
and articulate, along with her excellent business sense, Sharlene has made the
experience pleasurable. It was that way because I know how dedicated Sharlene
is to what she does. After negotiating the contracts in my best interest, she
made the remark "Now, wasn't that easy?" In my mind, it is only the truly professional
and experienced person, who is so perfect at what she does, that she makes it
look easy while we all know it is quite the opposite. Sharlene's style of gently
suggesting, guiding, encouraging and leading is unique. She is forthright and
conveys her trustworthiness and sincerity easily. I know the things she has told
me she probably has said hundreds of times before. But, Sharlene manages to keep
her words fresh as though you were the first one with whom she has shared these
things. She conveys a genuine caring which I know is definitely unlike the usual
LA style of flattery and unfulfilled promises. Sharlene says what she means and
follows through with it. Her words are always filled with wisdom and experience.
From the very outset, it was clear to me that Sharlene was a singular individual
whom I might trust, without reservation, to work in my best interests. I believe
myself an extremely fortunate person to have her as my agent."
"We cannot say enough about the professionalism and energy Sharlene and Martin
Literary Management have brought to the effort of finding a publisher for our
book. She certainly knows the business and is widely respected in the industry.
This is obvious from the number and quality of the publishers requesting submissions.
As novice book authors, we have been helped immeasurably, from the early stages
of shaping the proposal to negotiating terms for publication. And, amazingly,
she answers our emails… right away. The bottom line: Sharlene is the epitome of
what you need in an agent, which is why she and so many of her clients are successful.
We are thankful to be included."
"All that a writer, especially a first time author, can really ask for is
to have their creative work reviewed by those who have the power to turn it into
a book. The publishing world is one tough business, and getting inside the inner
sanctum may be the most difficult challenge. With Sharlene in your corner, you
have someone with energy, focus, experience and commitment who can help you navigate
the labyrinth--she is the key that opens the door."
Within
24 hours of sending my query to Martin Literary Management, my full manuscript
had been requested and read, and I had a phone call offering to represent the
book. Within weeks, Sharlene Martin had 15 publishers requesting the full manuscript,
and in less than two months, she secured three offers, two of which were from
major New York publishing houses. She patiently educated and advised me, answered
every email within minutes, and kept me informed about the developments every
step of the way. She is both gracious and tenacious, a rare combination. As a
first-time author, I have learned an enormous amount about how to conduct myself
throughout this process, just by observing her high level of professionalism.
She has been a guide, a cheerleader, and an invaluable source of information.
I am so fortunate that Sharlene accepted me as a client. I couldn't be in better
hands. 
I
am incredibly fortunate that an agent as influential, well-informed and approachable
as Sharlene Martin decided to notice me and take an interest in my project. Through
the course of polishing my proposal, the advice I received from Martin Literary
Management helped me to focus my goals, inspired my creative drive and gave me
the confidence I needed to pursue dreams I would have never thought possible before.
Before
signing on with Martin Literary Management, I never expected to sell my book to
a major publisher, but Sharlene made it happen. She was able to see the potential
for my book better than anyone else. Sharlene's reputation in the industry is
so powerful that one acquisitions editor actually contacted her to ask for the
proposal! Because publishers respect Sharlene's judgment, my manuscript was welcomed
at all the big-name houses. I wish I could write ten books a year just for the
joy of working with Sharlene to sell them. 
"Sharlene put more heart into my project than I ever imagined I would receive
from a literary agent. Her dedication and follow-through was like nothing I have
experienced in the publishing industry. If you are looking for an agent who does
what she says she is going to do, and does it FAST, then look no further, for
you have found her. Once Sharlene believes in you and your project, there is no
stopping her. When a roadblock appears she pushes it aside, then keeps going on
her mission. I am grateful she came into my life." 
"Want to put yourself into competent and committed hands? If you're a
writer, Sharlene's your agent. I'll send her an email at six in the morning, and
bang, back comes a response. The same thing at midnight. The lady's incredible!
Does she ever sleep? I don't think so, not when she's working for her clients.
That's the committed part. In terms of the competent part, there's nobody with
better judgment. Every strategic call she made was right on target. She knows
how to build a writer's career as well as advance a project. Start with competent
and committed, then add spirited and fun. That's Sharlene - she's a dynamo. 
"From the moment I signed with Martin Literary Management, it was obvious
that I was being represented by one of the most determined agents in the business.
Pushing me beyond my own dreams, Sharlene aimed for goals far surpassing the limitations
I had created. As if I were her only client, she never allowed me to feel lost
in her library of prominent manuscripts. Believing in my story, Sharlene fought
to give my voice a broader audience, refusing to accept rejection at any level.
Her dedication sets her apart in the industry. More than just a manager, Sharlene
has become my mentor and advocate."
“Sharlene believed in our project from the beginning. Not only did she advise
us as to how to portray our book in the best possible light to publishers, she
gave it the most professional treatment herself. Sharlene worked diligently to
find the publisher that was the best fit for all of us. Thank you, Sharlene!”
I adore working with Sharlene Martin. Not only is she smart, funny, and hard-working,
she understands the big picture, bringing her expertise from her years in the
entertainment industry. She can always be counted on to come up with inspired
ideas -- and she contributes an enormous amount to the entire book campaign.
Sharlene Martin deserves a bowl of gold stars and a spa treatment for making
my dream come true. Her high-octane, confident style and relentless pursuit of
getting projects in front of decision makers is the reason why she's so successful.
I'm lucky to have found her. 
"I
don't think Sharlene Martin has ever had a client with so little knowledge about
publishing a commercial book. My writing has primarily been academic. After reading
my manuscript, she offered specific advice and direction. I followed every suggestion
and six months later had a book contract. She is professional, caring, and results-oriented.
She is the perfect literary agent." 
"Forgive
the cliché, but if I must be in a foxhole I want Sharlene Martin with me.
Then I know there will be at least one person with enough faith, enough strength,
and enough balls to keep on fighting. Sure, she understands the business…GB
Shaw said you could find genius on any street corner in London. But she also understands
people (God help her). We who are dumb enough to consider ourselves artists show
her our entire repertoire of insecurities, and she handles them all with intelligence,
and class and dignity." 
"Sharlene
is tenacious, focused, thorough and intelligent about approaching publishers.
Within a month of engaging her, she secured me a personal meeting with a publisher
and they made a pre-emptive offer within two days! I highly recommend Sharlene
if you want to get your book published." 
"The
best thing that I can say about Sharlene Martin is that she said she would sell
my book and she did! The second best thing I can say about her is that she did
it with unparalleled enthusiasm and professionalism. She continually kept me in
the loop and in good spirits with her unwavering optimism. Every day I knew exactly
what was happening with my project and why. Sharlene is one of those rare people
who gets the job done and does so with grace and passion."
