Get Your Submission Pack Sorted with Literary Agent Saskia Leach

25th April 2026 12:00pm to 2:00pm, Russell-Cotes Museum

Master your synopsis, covering letter and elevator pitch in one essential session, with literary agent Saskia Leach from Kate Nash Literary Agency during the Bournemouth Writing Festival.

 

Ready to submit your novel to agents? This practical 90-minute masterclass guides you through everything you need to create your submission pack to stand out from the crowd.

 

Literary agent Saskia Leach from the Kate Nash Literary Agency will demystify what agents look for, help you avoid common pitfalls and show you how to present your work with confidence. She’ll also share her top tips for crafting a killer elevator pitch, an essential part of any strong covering letter.

 

Located in the Grade II-listed Russell-Cotes Museum's new conservatory with stunning sea views, this masterclass includes afternoon tea and is limited to just ten people.

 

11am to 1pm, Saturday 25th April 2026.

 

Speaker profiles
Saskia Leach

Saskia is a Literary Agent at Kate Nash Literary Agency and joined the team in 2021. She was shortlisted for Literary Agent of the Year at the 2025 Romance Industry Awards and previously served as Secretary of the Association of Authors' Agents Bridge Committee supporting literary agents in the first ten years of their career.

Booking & payment

£150 includes afternoon tea and the masterclass.

No booking fees.

Location

Russell-Cotes Museum
W Cliff Promenade
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH1 3AA
United Kingdom

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