Finding an agent is even harder than for the Bachelorette to find lasting love. A writer can only dream of being courted by 25 eligible agents, fawning and schmoozing to be "the one". Reality check, its not like that for us.If you are hoping to read the slam-dunk tip for securing an agent, sorry, there is no one way to success. A genuine, well-connected agent is the Holy Grail and equally difficult to find. Writer's Digest annual marketplace gives the most updated information on agents, addresses, emails. and what they prefer. It's a Match.com for writers hoping to entice an agent. Another and often better approach is to attend quality Writer's Conferences and register early for a private appointment with an agent. This is akin to speed dating, as you have a short time to make a big impression. Sure they say nice things, but who will call you in the morning for that second date?
Be careful not to spend so much time "agent stalking" that your writing time suffers. Having an agent is far less significant than solid writing. There are many success stories of independent writers whose work was so outstanding and popular with readers that agents and publishers rushed to their door. That is the "Bachelorette" ideal but not the realistic writer's road to land an agent, sign a contract or get the final rose.
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