How to find an agent, Amber style.

At Nathan’s website, an interesting post was created concerning agents. One of the bloggers asked how to get an agent. The guest author didn’t have any insights, because he’s had an agent long enough to be out of the loop. So I thought I’d give you all my ideas.

http://nathanbransford.blogspot.com/2008/11/guest-blogger-jeff-abbott-on-importance.html
You’ve heard the old standby that every rejection gets you closer to a yes? Well, I hated that statement too, but I found it to be true when finding my agent. If you want an agent, go to conferences. Networking will get you further than blind queries. At the conferences, introduce yourself to EVERY single agent in attendance. If possible, sit by them during lunch and be polite and engaging. Don’t be weird about it. There just people–most of them really nice. If they’re busy, tell them you have a few questions you’d like to ask them when they have a moment, and then make yourself available (don’t stalk them–if they have to go to the bathroom–let them). Even if those agents DON’T represent your genre, they know agents who do. Don’t be afraid to ask them if you can use them as a reference. Also, introduce yourself to all the visiting authors. They are great sources of information and resources. Ask them questions. Now in saying all this, please, please, please remember not to be pushy or condescending. The first conference is the worst, but it gets easier. Good luck, and keep working!