Researching Agents on Twitter: a dozen thoughts in 140 characters or less

[patesden]

One of the best ways to research literary agents is to follow them on Twitter. It can help you discover if your dream agent is all she or he seems-or if different agent might be a better fit. You can get an idea about what an agent is looking for and a handle on their tastes. Basically, Twitter following agents will help you know more about them as

Comments

[robinellen]

That's a good idea (following them on Twitter) -- I've read blogs too, which also give some good insight into tastes and working styles. :)

[patesden]

Sorry my link wasn't working. I fixed it. LJ was acting up when I posted.

Yeah, I totally agree about blogs. I can't imagine what querying was like before these resources.

[anabelgonzalez]

Great idea. I already follow some of them and I will follow more closely.

[patesden]

I'm not sure if we are following each other on twitter or not.

I'm @patesden (big surprise ;) )