| Sumario: | This article provides guidance for authors seeking literary agents, particularly those aiming to be published by major publishers or reputable independent presses. It emphasizes that authors with completed, polished full-length prose manuscripts should begin their agent search only when their work is as finished as possible, as agents typically prefer projects ready to submit to editors. The article outlines practical steps for researching and selecting agents, including using online databases like Publishers Marketplace, Poets & Writers, and Manuscript Wish List, as well as leveraging acknowledgments in books and writers’ conferences. It advises querying a mix of experienced and junior agents at reputable agencies who represent the author’s genre, while recognizing that some aspects of the publishing process are beyond the author’s control.
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