I have 20 written stories for motion pictures, television sitcoms, game shows, etc. I need a Literary Agent. Literary Agents do not want to work with an unproven writer and the studios and book publishers do not want to work with a writer that does not have a Literary Agent. It's a "Catch 22" situation! How do I get the services of a good Literary Agent

You might want to consider joining the ASA:

American Screenwriters Association

Also, this book on screenwriting seems to get good reviews:

Screenwriting Secrets - Selling Scripts to Hollywood

Vasily

He suggested sources to follow instead of generalizations.

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Originally Posted by chatsworthbob

I have 20 written stories for motion pictures, television sitcoms, game shows, etc. I need a Literary Agent. Literary Agents do not want to work with an unproven writer and the studios and book publishers do not want to work with a writer that does not have a Literary Agent. It's a "Catch 22" situation! How do I get the services of a good Literary Agent

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The most import thing is writing the scripts. You won't be creating any sitcoms or game shows yet, for that you have to prove yourself. But if you write a few great scripts, shop them around, sooner or later you'll run across someone who's interested in your work. When that happens, call a recommended agent, and they'll be happy to negotiate for you on the deal for a percentage. But writing is more important than having an agent.

Determination. As a screenwriter myself out in Los Angeles, the first step it took was me moving to... Los Angeles. Literary agents look for two things: talent and determination. If you have talent, make the sacrifices to let it shine through. That maybe getting up earlier in the day to write, or moving to Los Angeles or New York to try and get in the right circles. However, it all starts on the page. In terms of getting a literary agent, I would start submitting your stuff with letters to television studios asking to be a 'writer's assistant' to move up the ranks one day. In terms of feature length movies, I would submit myself to the Disney writer's program (see they're website) or enter the Nichol's screenwriting contest. Many, including Ehren Kruger, the writer of ARLINGTON ROAD, got his start there. I hope that helps.