Self-published writers are on the rise and you may be one of them. Traditionally published authors are also self-publishing. Let's face it, the publishing industry is changing. One thing we need to know is how these changes are impacting the role and or need of a literary agent. Join our host, Linda Goldfarb in welcoming today’s industry expert, Cynthia Ruchti, as she clears up any confusion you might have when it comes to having an agent or not! Cynthia is an award-winning author of more than 30 books and a sought-after speaker. She is the professional relations liaison for American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and serves as a literary agent with Books & Such Literary Management. She and her husband live in the heart of Wisconsin near their three children and six grandchildren. LINKSRead the first chapter of Cynthia's novel Afraid of the Light from Kregel Publications Find out more about Cynthia Ruchti Download the October Writing Tips and Soul Care for Writers PDFJoin fellow writers on our FaceBook page for the live, Your Best Writing Life after-show party, every Tuesday at 12-noon ET.