THE VALUE OF USING QUERYTRACKER
Before contacting a literary agent, I usually check them out using Querytracker. It really is a good resource for getting a feel for an agent. Below are three examples which I can personally verify. Agent #1 Always replies to queries within fourteen days. Agent #2 Has a habit of hanging onto queries for several months before sending out a rejection letter. Agent #3 Never replies unless interested although he will reply if sent a follow up email. I could probably compile enough examples of response times, willingness to give feedback etc to fill a book. But the point is that Querytracker does provide very accurate insights to the way each agent deals with the slush pile.