Many writers wonder when the best time to contact an agent about their book is, and the answer is complicated. Agents Jennifer Weltz and Jean Naggar offer advice on what kind of groundwork authors can lay even before they make that first contact, as...

Many writers wonder when the best time to contact an agent about their book is, and the answer is complicated. Agents Jennifer Weltz and Jean Naggar offer advice on what kind of groundwork authors can lay even before they make that first contact, as...

Jeff Kleinman, the founder of Folio Literary Management, explains how an author can find an agent. He shares the value of having a well edited manuscript rooted in craft and presented professionally. Click here to play this audio clip

Cyndi Hughes, past Executive Director of The Writer's League of Texas, offers an overview of how to find an agent and why it's important to focus on the genre you're in and on using the great resources available to find the agent that fits your needs...

Avoiding rejection from literary agents can be challenging, literary agent and book development consultant Claire Gerus explains. This is due to the overwhelming amount of queries that agents receive every week. But building strong connections can increase...

While some smaller publishing houses will accept unsolicited manuscripts, most large publishers, including the big five, require writers have a literary agent when submitting manuscripts. Having a trustworthy, connected agent will greatly increase...

While some smaller publishing houses will accept unsolicited manuscripts, most large publishers, including the big five, require writers have a literary agent when submitting manuscripts. Having a trustworthy, connected agent will greatly increase...

In order to get the attention of a literary agent, writers must submit a compelling query letter that succintly describes their book, while following the industry standards for queries. Writing a query letter doesn’t have to be a solo journey, explains...

A good first impression with agents comes down to doing your research and paying attention to details, says literary agent Steve Hutson. His first piece of advice is to follow instructions. Make sure you are contacting the agent through whichever channel...

For author and Third Day lead guitarist Mark Lee, networking was the biggest key in getting his newly released memoir Hurt Road placed with a traditional publisher. Lee was able to utilize his relationships, both personal and professional, to explore...