Which Agent is Right for Me and My Book?

Posted on January 14th, 2010 in Online Writing by Taffy

Ideas to finding an agent.

Finding an agent is like doing homework; lots of research and time.

You finished your book and are eager to get the next great novel to the world. Where do you start?

Find your favorite book.

Look inside the front cover or on the spine of the book for the publishing house.

Most publishers are online now so you should have no problem googling them.

You should be able to find a list of agents on the website. Read through them.

(If you already know an agents name, find them online).

Ask these questions about the agent:

What are the submission guidelines? (follow them exactly!)

What are the recent sales?

Who is on their client list?

Do I want a new agent?

It is acceptable to write their writers and ask about the agent and company. You are the one who has your book’s best interest at heart. Do your homework and you will be rewarded.

If you send out your work simultaneously to different agents and get a response from one, send a note to the others letting them know; it will peak their interest.

If you haven’t heard from an agent in 2 months, it’s acceptable to check with the agent to see if they received your work and if it’s been looked at.