Writer’s Digest Best Everything Agents Websites for Writers 2024

Here are the top websites by and about agents as identified in the 26th Annual 101 Best Websites from the May/June 2024 issue of Writer’s Digest.

A * means this is the website’s first appearance on the WD list. All listings within each category are alphabetically arranged.

1. Agents + Books by Kate McKean

KateMcKean.substack.com

Kate McKean is VP of the Howard Morhaim Literary Agency where she has worked since 2006. Her biweekly Substack newsletter features advice, encouragement, and self-care tips for writers. The Tuesday newsletter is free for anyone, but subscribers who pay for the Thursday newsletter get more in-depth content.

2. Association of American Literary Agents

AALitAgents.org

This should be a go-to resource for any querying writer looking to find a reputable literary agent because all member agents agree to abide by their code of ethics. Search for agents by name or by genre/category.

3. Manuscript Wish List

ManuscriptWishList.com

One of the best resources for writers looking for representation, this website houses a database of agents and editors and what exactly they’re looking for, as well as how and when to submit material. Their free blog tackles subjects ranging from agent and author interviews to free classes and live panels where agents review queries. Head over to their podcast for more in-depth discussions about pitching and publishing.

4. QueryTracker

QueryTracker.net

QueryTracker helps your story find the right home with their database of thousands of literary agents looking for manuscripts. Select from a dropdown of agents, publishers, as well as additional resources from their newsletter, blog, and more.

In this boot camp from Fuse Literary Agency, attendees will learn how to put together a short yet effective query letter and a one- to two-page book synopsis (fiction). They’ll also learn some best practices for submitting their query, pages, and synopsis to agents. Each attendee will have the opportunity to have ten pages critiqued by an agent along with their work in any combination: query letter, manuscript pages, and synopsis.

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