Literary Agents Fiction
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Does anyone know any good Science Fiction literary agents?
I am having trouble finding good sci fi literary agents online. Anyone have any good recommendations?
You will find that most agencies have moved into the computer age and do have web pages. Those who do not use the internet in today’s world could be left in the dust. Even the prestigious Wm Morris Agency has its (tactfully done) web pages now.
Since both good and bad agents can put up a web page, it is up to the author seeking an agent to delve into the agency in question to find out if they are legitimate, but the various literary associations (like the AAR or the LAA in Australia) can ease your mind in these matters.
Following are some sources that list literary agents. You will have to check each agency as to whether they handle Sci-Fi. (Many do; some don’t.)
I recommend you check each agent before you query them to be sure they seem legitimate. For instance, check the list of authors and novels they have handled recently and check that they are actual books in print.
http://www.aaronline.org/
http://www.writers.net/agents.html
http://www.iilaa.com/
Other places to check that will give you a head’s-up on the criminals pretending to be agents are SFWA, “Writers’ Beware”, and “Predators & Editors”.
I hope that was helpful.
Publishing companies now have all the resources to publish books with the same productivity and efficacy as that of regular black and white books you see in physical bookstores. Considering the fact that most books are in full color, you should choose a publishing company whose book’s are of the highest quality, bar none.
Traditional publishers can only so much, you know. Perhaps its best still if you happen to have a publishing plan mapped out and then go from there.What are your thoughts on publishing the whole thing yourself while waiting for agents to do it for you? There are actually lots of chances for agents/editors/publishers to take notice of your book once they see the finished product. In the meantime, I’ll give you something to peruse while you are at it. Let me know if you have questions.
http://yafresh.blogspot.com
This is a blog about young adult literature. Along the sides are links to various other young adult websites, including authors and agents who represent them.
Try this book.
Guide to Literary Agents 2008
Where can I find listings for Young Adult Fiction literary agents?
I’ve tried a few websites and even Writer’s Market, which was not an updated version, but I’m on hold for the most recent copy. Are there any other web pages, books etc. that I can use to find a literary agent?
What are some great literary agents who get fiction books published?
What are some great literary agents who like to get fiction books, about magic and action adventure type novels published. I’m looking for the best one for an idea I have. I’m only 16 though and have been writing since I was 10 and have gotten awards and praises. This is what I was meant for, please help me by listening literary agents and their contacts.
Does anyone know of any fantasy/fiction literary agents?
I’ve gone through all of the mainstream ones, about 30 of them, but at some point it just seems like I’ve completely exhausted the market.
I don’t have the time or the resources to self-publish, and it’s a hassle going straight to publishers, any tips?
When a literary agent says: “I take literary fiction and genre fiction.” Does science fiction fit into those?
I’m trying to get my finished novel published, and to do this I am trying to find an agent. But every time I look at an agents expectations, it doesn’t say science fiction, it says literary/genre fiction or the like. Is this because all the agents I’m looking at don’t like science fiction, or does science fiction fit into these categories?
Yes, science fiction is a genre. But you would be better served by an agent who deals specifically with science fiction because s/he will be more familiar with the science fiction market.
Try looking at the acknowledgments in some of your favorite authors’ most recent books. Authors often thank their agents. Also, try AgentQuery (www.agentquery.com). This large database allows you to search for agents based on genre and sub-genre.
Best of luck with your agent search!