How to Find a Literary Agent

Many people ask me how to find literary agents. (Well, after they ask me if I am one. Nope — I’m not. But I can help you find one!) Or you can find one on your own!

Be sure to check out these online resources:

• http://www.agentquery.com/writer_hq.aspx
• http://www.querytracker.net/
• The Writer magazine: http://www.writermag.com/
• Writer’s Digest magazine: http://writersdigest.com/GeneralMenu/
• Publisher’s Lunch: http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/lunch/free/

Other resources for finding literary agents, or people who know literary agents:

• in-person writers meetings
• ask authors you know
• writer’s conferences
• open mikes
• online writers communities and forums
• book guides, like Guide to Literary Agents

What’s your favorite resource for finding agents?