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How to Find Your Literary Agent?

By Santonu Dhar FCMIJune 1, 2025Updated:June 1, 20256 Mins Read
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Finding the right literary agent can be a game-changer in your writing career. An agent is not just a middleman who helps sell your book to publishers—they’re your advocate, your guide, and often the difference between getting published or not. But how do you find a literary agent who believes in your work and is willing to champion your story?

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Step 1: Understand Why You Need an Agent
Step 2: Research Agents Who Represent Your Genre
Step 3: Prepare a Strong Query Letter and Manuscript
Step 4: Follow Submission Guidelines Meticulously
Step 5: Be Patient and Professional
Step 6: Leverage Networking and Writing Communities
Step 7: Recognize When an Offer is Genuine
Conclusion

In this article, I’ll share the strategy that worked for me, based on my personal experience, industry insights, and practical steps that you can follow to increase your chances of landing a literary agent.

Step 1: Understand Why You Need an Agent

Before diving into the search, it’s crucial to understand why a literary agent is important. Agents have access to major publishing houses and know the market trends, which makes it easier to get your manuscript in front of the right editors. They also negotiate contracts on your behalf, helping you secure the best deal possible.

If you’re writing a commercial novel, nonfiction, or literary fiction aiming for traditional publishing, an agent is almost essential. For self-publishing authors or niche genres, it might not be necessary. Clarifying this helps you target your efforts better.

Step 2: Research Agents Who Represent Your Genre

The literary world is vast, and agents often specialize in particular genres or types of writing. Spend time researching agents who represent authors like you. Use resources like:

  • Literary agency websites

  • Writers’ market databases (e.g., QueryTracker, Manuscript Wish List)

  • Acknowledgments pages in books you admire (many authors thank their agents)

  • Writers’ forums and social media groups

Create a list of agents who are currently accepting submissions in your genre. Tailoring your query to agents who are a good fit is a critical part of the strategy. Here is a list of the best literary agencies from where you can find your right agent:

Agency Name: Website Address:
Trident Media Group https://www.tridentmediagroup.com/
Writers House http://www.writershouse.com/
Folio Literary Management https://www.foliolit.com/
Sterling Lord Literistic https://www.sll.com/
ICM / Top category: http://www.gelfmanschneider.com/about-us.html
The Bent Agency https://www.thebentagency.com/
Foundry Literary + Media https://literaryagencies.com/foundry-literary-media/
Marly Rusoff & Associates https://rusoffagency.com/
Inkwell Management https://inkwellmanagement.com/
The Knight Agency https://knightagency.net/
Pippin Properties https://www.pippinproperties.com/submissions
Sanford J. Greenburger Associates https://www.greenburger.com/
William Morris Endeavor https://www.wmeagency.com/
Andrea Brown Literary Agency https://www.andreabrownlit.com/
Janklow & Nesbit https://www.janklowandnesbit.com/
Jane Rotrosen Agency https://www.janerotrosen.com/
LevelFiveMedia https://www.levelfivemediagroup.com/
Dystel & Goderich Literary Management https://www.dystel.com/
Yates & Yates https://yates2.com/
Scovil Galen Ghosh Literary Agency http://www.sgglit.com/
Larry Weissman Literary https://literary-agents.com/larry-weissman/
The Stuart Agency
Adams Literary http://www.adamsliterary.com/
Zachary Shuster Harmsworth Literary Agency https://aevitascreative.com/agents/
Liza Dawson Associates https://www.lizadawsonassociates.com/
Marsal Lyon Literary Agency https://www.marsallyonliteraryagency.com/
Nelson Literary Agency https://nelsonagency.com/
Fletcher & Company https://www.fletcherandcompany.co.uk/
Victoria Sanders & Associates
https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/company/0392431Z:US
The Literary Group http://www.donaghyliterary.com/
Donald Maass Literary Agency https://maassagency.com/
Hornfischer Literary Management https://www.hornfischerlit.com/
The Axelrod Agency https://axelrodagency.com
Lippincott Massie McQuilkin https://www.mmqlit.com
Harvey Klinger https://www.harveyklinger.com
Stonesong https://www.stonesong.com
Greenhouse Literary Agency https://www.greenhouseliterary.com
Waxman Literary Agency https://www.waxmanliteraryagency.com
Stimola Literary Studio https://www.stimolaliterarystudio.com
New Leaf Literary & Media http://www.newleafliterary.com
DeFiore and Company https://www.defliterary.com
Curtis Brown https://www.curtisbrown.co.uk
Steve Laube Agency https://stevelaube.com
Vigliano Associates https://viglianoassociates.com
David Black Literary Agency https://joytutela.com
The Gernert Company https://www.thegernertco.com
Janis A. Donnaud & Associates
Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency https://www.dijkstraagency.com
McCormick & Williams Literary Agency http://mccormicklit.com
Cornerstone Literary http://www.cornerstoneliterary.com
Zoe Pagnamenta Agency https://www.zpagency.com
Christopher Ferebee http://www.christopherferebee.com
Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency https://www.jvnla.com
Idea Architects https://www.ideaarchitects.com
Spencerhill Associates https://www.spencerhillassociates.com
Lowenstein-Yost https://lowensteinassociates.com
Abrams Artists Agency https://www.a3artistsagency.com
Irene Goodman Agency https://www.irenegoodman.com
Elyse Cheney Agency
Nancy Yost Literary Agency https://www.nyliterary.com
Stephanie Tade Agency https://www.stephanietadeagency.com
Laura Dail Literary Agency http://www.ldlainc.com
Barry Goldblatt Literary https://bgliterary.com
Brockman
UTA
Ted Weinstein Literary Management https://www.twliterary.com
Browne & Miller Literary Associates https://www.browneandmiller.com
Susan Golomb Agency https://www.pw.org
LJK Literary Management https://www.einsteinliterary.com
Waxman Leavell Literary Agency https://www.waxmanliteraryagency.com
Dunow, Carlson & Lerner https://www.dclagency.com
Solow Literary Enterprises https://www.solowliterary.com
Gelfman Schneider http://www.gelfmanschneider.com
Venture Literary http://www.ventureliterary.com
Erin Murphy Literary Agency https://emliterary.com
Susan Rabiner Literary Agency https://www.rabinerlit.com
Williams & Connolly https://www.wc.com
Howard Morhaim Literary Agency https://www.morhaimliterary.com
Jill Grinberg Literary Management https://jillgrinbergliterary.com
Aaron Priest Literary Agency https://aaronpriest.com
Anderson Literary Management https://andersonliteraryagency.com
Carol Mann Agency https://www.carolmannagency.com
Wendy Sherman Associates https://www.wsherman.com
The Strothman Agency https://www.strothmanagency.com
WordServe Literary Group https://www.wordserveliterary.com
Kuhn Projects https://literaryagencies.com
Amy Rennert Agency https://www.rittlit.com
Regal Literary https://www.rhaliterary.com
Fredrica S. Friedman and Company https://literaryagencies.com
Alive Communications https://aliveliterary.com
Gail Ross Literary Agency https://www.rossyoon.com
The Creative Culture https://creativecultureint.com
Thompson Literary Agency https://thompsonliterary.com
Mendel Media Group http://www.mendelmedia.com
Aevitas Creative Management https://aevitascreative.com
Linda Chester Literary Agency https://lindachester.com
MacGregor Literary https://www.macgregorandluedeke.com
Paradigm
Weed Literary http://www.thebookgroup.com
Ross Yoon Agency https://www.rossyoon.com

Step 3: Prepare a Strong Query Letter and Manuscript

Your query letter is your first impression—make it count. It should be concise, professional, and compelling. Include:

  • A hook that grabs attention

  • A brief synopsis of your book

  • Your author bio, highlighting relevant credentials or publishing history

  • Polite closing with a thank-you and mention of enclosed materials

Also, ensure your manuscript is polished and formatted according to industry standards. Consider hiring an editor or participating in critique groups to strengthen your work before submission.

Step 4: Follow Submission Guidelines Meticulously

Every agent has specific submission guidelines. Some want a query only, others ask for sample chapters or a synopsis. Failing to follow these guidelines can get your submission discarded immediately.

Track your submissions carefully using a spreadsheet or submission tracker. Note the agent’s name, date submitted, response time, and any feedback received. This helps you stay organized and professional.

Step 5: Be Patient and Professional

The querying process can be long and sometimes discouraging. Agents receive hundreds of queries weekly and respond slowly. Rejections are part of the journey, not a reflection of your talent.

If you receive a rejection, read any feedback carefully and consider revisions if necessary. Keep your tone professional and polite in all communications. Remember, persistence and resilience are key.

Step 6: Leverage Networking and Writing Communities

Beyond cold querying, networking can open doors. Attend writers’ conferences, literary festivals, and workshops where agents may be present. Participate in pitch sessions and panels to get direct access.

Engage with writing communities online—Twitter’s #MSWL (Manuscript Wish List), Reddit’s writing subs, or Facebook groups focused on publishing. Sometimes agents post about their current interests or seek manuscripts directly.

Step 7: Recognize When an Offer is Genuine

When an agent requests a full manuscript or offers representation, take time to assess their reputation. Check client lists, recent deals, and reviews from other authors. A good agent is transparent, communicative, and shares your vision for your book.

Don’t rush into agreements. It’s okay to ask questions and request a contract to review before signing.

Conclusion

Finding a literary agent is a marathon, not a sprint. The strategy that worked for me combined thorough research, careful preparation, persistent querying, and active engagement with the writing community. Every author’s journey is unique, but these foundational steps can help you navigate the process more confidently.

Stay patient, keep honing your craft, and when you find the right agent, it will make all the difference in your publishing journey.

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