Hi, Where have you been o answer to my prayers? I'm a student at CMU in Mt. Pleasant MI and I'm doing a research paper on screenwriting, specifically breaking into the business. What I'm looking for are answers to questions about how to acquire an agent; how to determine if he/she is reputable; are there standard payments (especially for novice writers) and should the writer have legal representation before signing any contracts (I know the musical entertainment industry requires it)? My prospectus is due Thursday and it would be great if you wouldn't mind helping me. Let me know if you mind being quoted. Thank you for your time and consideration. ____________________________________________________________________ LYNN A. SPRAGUE "WHEN SHE IS GOOD, SHE IS VERY, 32BWGRR@CMUVM VERY GOOD BUT WHEN SHE IS BAD, CMU SOPHMORE SHE IS HORRID!" JRN major/Advertising concentration