Agents, Agents Everywhere but Not a One to be Had...

 How does a writer find an agent? Give us your thoughts.

Brenda here.

I believe that I am entirely the wrong writer to answer this question, because while I've dabbled in seeking out an agent, I've only ever landed one, and she retired a year after signing me.

My books have mainly been published by small- to mid-size Canadian publishers. I discussed acquiring an agent with my first publisher, who became a mentor and friends. She suggested that I didn't need an agent since this would take up a perce...