I have acquired merchandising linked to my 33 Childrens Books. Primarily this was for my son (6). However, I soon realised that it would aid any Agent/Publisher with the global potential of the books. I have 10 orders for the books already. Without trying. Furthermore, I have secured English, Arabic, French, Spanish, Bengali, Hindi & Mandarin translations for end of April. Should I send only 3 translations or all of them to any Agent/Publisher? Should I keep some translations for any meetings with a publisher? 2 Agents have REFUSED to take my money as they think the Trading Cards idea attached to the series is HUGE. Would 30 Trading Cards be enough?
I wouldn't send any translations. I'm sure your submission will be big enough as it is and too much paper can just put them off. Explain what you have and include samples in English only.