
1 Take your time. The world isn’t waiting for your novel, so make sure you are happy to be judged by whatever you send out. Every draft will be better.
2 Do your research. Check out potential agents on their websites and make sure you are a good fit for their list.
3 Be patient. Don’t expect an overnight response from agents, so make sure you send your work out to three or four at a time to spread your bets.
4 Keep smiling. You are the best person in the world to write your book.
Simon Trewin
The Irish Times
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