Literary agent training program launched
RIYADH: An international training program for literary agents has been launched in the UK by Saudi Arabia's Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission.
The five-day course, which aims to help more Saudis become literary agents as well as enhance existing qualifications and skills, includes theoretical sessions on current industry strategies, one-on-one consultations with global publishing experts and visits to some of the UK's leading literary agencies.
The initiative, which offers participants opportunities to improve their knowledge by learning directly from international experts, is part of the commission's efforts to support literary agents and agencies in the Kingdom through intensive, high-quality training.
It includes workshops, advisory and mentoring sessions with international specialists, and visits to top literary agencies abroad.
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