No matter what you're writing--fiction or nonfiction, books for adults or children--you need a literary agent to get the best book deal possible from a traditional publisher. Guide to Literary Agents 2019 is your go-to resource for finding that literary agent and earning a contract from a reputable publisher. Along with listing information for more than 1,000 agents who represent writers and their books, the 28th edition of GLA includes:

- The key elements of a successful nonfiction book proposal.
- Informative articles on crafting the perfect synopsis and detailing what agents are looking for in the ideal client--written by actual literary agents.
- Plus, debut authors share their varied paths to finding success and their first book publications.