Literary agent Joseph Durepos and national bestselling author Bret Nicholaus have a true passion for helping aspiring authors understand what works and what doesn't in the book industry. With 30 years experience, Durepos has sold more than 150 titles as a literary agent--with many ending up on a bestseller list. Nicholaus has written 26 books, including 2 national best sellers. Nicholaus and Durepos will share their insightful publishing knowledge while providing a rare opporutinty to learn from a successful literary agent and bestselling author.