The Best Resource Available for Finding a Literary Agent!No matter what you're writing--fiction or nonfiction, books for kids or adults--you need a literary agent to secure a book deal. The 2013 Guide to Literary Agents is your essential resource for finding that literary agent--without fear of being scammed--and getting your book published. This new, updated edition of GLA includes:Completely updated contact and submission information for more than 1,000 literary agents seeking new clients.Craft and business advice from more than 35 literary agents--on topics such as query letters, children's books, synopses and proposals, memoir writing, first chapters, conferences, platform and more!12 "Breaking In" success stories from debut writers who explain how they got their books published.Includes "New Agent Spotlights"--profiles on literary reps actively building their client list right now."The Guide to Literary Agents was an indispensable tool for me when I was querying agents. I highly recommend it for any aspiring author--in addition to a comprehensive listing of literary agents, it contains valuable information about the query and submission process." --Darien Gee, author of Friendship Bread: A Novel"I just signed with literary agent Chip MacGregor, and I came upon him through the Guide to Literary Agents. If not for GLA, I'd probably still be looking." --Les Edgerton, author of Hooked as well as several novelsPLEASE NOTE: Free subscriptions are NOT included with the e-book edition of this title. Read Less