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• Frequently Asked Questions:

• What is AgentInbox?

  • AgentInbox is a service that connects publication-ready authors with reputable, vetted literary agents. Find out what writers and agents are saying about the service.
  • AgentInbox helps you create a high-quality submission and then sends it out to the right agents, so you stand out from the sea of “slush.”
  • AgentInbox includes tutorials on what agents expect and how to write perfect query letters, manuscript samples, and non-fiction book proposals.

• Why do I need it?

  • You put your blood, sweat, and tears into your writing. Why should you spend months – even years – struggling to find an agent?
  • Reach world-class agents today – in only a few clicks.
  • Save endless hours of research from outdated sources.
  • Save on the expense of snail mail and the unreliability of email.

• How does it work?

  • Registration is fast, easy, and free. Already a WEbook member? Just sign in.
  • Create a quick author profile.
  • Enter your book’s vital stats, including the title, genre, query letter, and part or all of your manuscript. You can save your info and return at any time.
  • Search AgentInbox’s impressive roster of quality agents to find the perfect match for your book, whether it’s a novel or a cookbook.
  • Only the agents you choose will see your work.
  • Interested agents will contact you directly.
  • Need a visual? Watch this how-to video.

• Who is behind it?

  • AgentInbox is powered by WEbook.com, a company recognized by USA Today, The Washington Post, and Forbes for its innovative fusion of writing and social networking.
  • WEbook is one of the fastest-growing communities of writers on the Web – over 45,000 book projects and counting! WEbook knows that it takes more than a great book idea to make it in today’s publishing world.
  • AgentInbox was born from WEbook’s experience working with new writers. We know what it takes to find a great agent.

• Are results guaranteed?

  • AgentInbox guarantees that your submission will be sent to the agent(s) you select after WEbook confirms that it meets basic submission standards.
  • AgentInbox cannot guarantee that you’ll be signed by an agent. The decision to represent an author is highly subjective, and can only be made by individual agents, without the input of WEbook.

• Does it cost anything?

  • Not at present. During our initial introductory period, all Basic and Premium services of AgentInbox are available at no charge to users. In the future, Premium AgentInbox services may be subject to fees, based on user feedback.

• Do literary agents receive payment from WEbook?

  • Absolutely not. We abide by the Canon of Ethics put forth by the Association of Author Representatives, which states that literary agents should not receive payment for reviewing submissions.

• How do I know when I am ready to submit to AgentInbox?

  • Check out our tutorials to find out what it takes to find an agent for a fiction or non-fiction book.
  • Do you have a query letter?
  • Is your fiction manuscript complete?
  • Have you completed a non-fiction proposal?

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