Finding A Literary Agent

Scouting agents reminds me of the old commercial that that had a person trying to find a job. Every attempt left him with the same answer, "You just don't have enough experience." To which the questing hopeful says, "I can't get a job without experience, so how do I get experience without a job?" Being a pre-published author is much of the same; I have a Christian Young Adult, Fantasy novel that I have completed, and hope to have published. Granted, I am not saying that it is a literary masterpiece, just that my lack of publishing credentials is not helping my plight of publication. I have found that most of the responses I have received are MIA (in other words, the agent never commented). With that said, I have received rejections; most of which are dry and to the point. I must say, however, that I have received a very kind rejection, as ironic as it may sound, that was encouraging.
Dear Melissa,
Thanks for writing. You certainly have wonderful credentials and I have considered your proposal several times this past week. Great title! However, I must decline for several reasons. I am a little leery of taking on fantasy, especially since it involves biblical content. Perhaps another agent will be happy to see it.
My best wishes as you seek publication.
Etta Wilson
www.booksandsuch.biz

I toyed with the option of leaving off her name, but I really wanted to put it out there. She actually considered me; wow! I hope to keep you all posted on what happens from here. Wish me luck!