Episode 19: Unraveling Foreign Rights in Publishing with Agent Marleen Seegers
In this episode, host Tisha Morris welcomes foreign rights agent Marleen Seegers, co-founder of 2 Seas Agency, to explore the intricate world of foreign rights in publishing. Marleen, who has extensive experience in selling and pitching books across the globe, sheds light on the importance of foreign rights, the process of becoming a foreign rights agent, and the nuances of negotiating these rights.
They discuss the role of international book fairs, the value of in-person meetings, and the current trends in the publishing market. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the complexities of foreign rights and the impact of global cultural exchanges through literature. Whether you are an author, publisher, or publishing professional, you will not want to miss this episode!
Connect with Marleen at www.2seasagency.com and on IG @2seasagency
Connect with Tisha at www.legacyartslaw.com and on IG @tishalmorris and @legacyartslaw
In this Episode:
Marlene's Journey into Foreign Rights
The Role of a Foreign Rights Agent
Understanding Foreign Rights in Publishing
The Importance of Book Fairs
The Significance of In-Person Meetings
Current Trends in Foreign Rights
About Marleen:
Marleen Seegers is the owner and co-founder of 2 Seas Agency. Born and raised in the Netherlands, she holds a degree in Liberal Arts from Utrecht University and a post-graduate degree from the Sorbonne Nouvelle University in Paris.
After working for almost a decade in the French publishing industry, she relocated to Ojai, California, where she founded 2 Seas Agency. Marleen represents international publication rights for publishing houses, literary agencies, and a select number of authors from around the world.
Over the course of her career, Marleen has attended book fairs across Europe, China, Brazil, and Mexico and has participated in international publishing fellowships across the world.