A good literary agent will help edit your book, get it into the hands of receptive editors, and make sure that you get the best possible deal. How do you go about finding the right agent? Read answers to common questions here.
How do I go about the all-important (and time consuming) process of finding an agent? What steps are involved?
I finished my first novel six or seven months ago. . . . How can I find an agent who doesn't charge anything up front?
Where does a typical agent go to look for new writing and to discover new writers?
I received a very nice rejection letter from a literary agent, offering very specific praise for my book. Should I mention that in the next query letter?
I've written an entire series of books, and now I'm ready to start contacting agents. Should I mention the whole series in my query letter?
I'm in the process of setting up a website to promote my book, and I want to include a few blurbs. Some of the best praise I've received for it came from a literary agent. Is it all right to include her comments on my site?
I'm planning to query a couple literary agents at a time. Do I mention this in the cover letter? What do I say?
I was planning to stop querying agents in December, as I assume that agents are all pretty much checked out during that time. Is this a good instinct?
I have questions about writing the query letter. How can I avoid common mistakes?
