Jessica Faust

it is absolutely appropriate to ask what else they've sold. Some of that, but not all, can be found with a @PublishersLunch subscription as well #askagent

Thank you! We do really enjoy working together and we love taking author questions. #askagent

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I think everyone has different desires for a career in publishing. My only suggestion is know what you want and what kind of career you want and go for it. #askagent

Questions to Ask When an Agent Offers Representation #askagent bookendsliterary.com/2018/10/03/que…

I don't think it can hurt. I would suggest asking authors what they liked. #askagent

The Art of Resubmitting to Agents #querytip #amquerying #askagent bookendsliterary.com/2018/09/25/the…

Synopsis Length--What Exactly Do Agents Expect #askagent bookendsliterary.com/2018/09/20/wha…

Think of it as back cover copy. How much does cover copy give away? Usually enough to hook the reader. #askagent.

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Query Letters Represent the Author, Not Just the Book #amquerying #askagent bookendsliterary.com/2018/09/13/wha…

Sure. I think so. #askagent

A month is probably too soon. At BookEnds our guidelines state we take 8-12 weeks to read a manuscript--don't check before. If it's through Query Manager there's an easy way to check in. If email, simply email the agent and ask for a status update #askagent

I think every agent is going to have a different opinion on this and some people have different triggers. I guess I wouldn't edit a book for fear of disturbing someone. Let the reader make their own choice. #askagent

How about I've written a novel? That's enough. If you feel the need to have a more specific label "in the vein of...." or "for readers of..." #askagent

With fantasy, I don't think 110k is overly long. You could pitch both, just not to the same agent at the same time. However, if you're more excited about one over the other, go with the one you have the most passion for. Go with your gut. #askagent

Of course, that's not always the case. For me personally, if the idea is intriguing enough I will request more material no matter what the word count is. #askagent

Writing outside word count guidelines doesn't mean you won't be taken seriously, but it might create an additional hurdle for you to jump. Too long sometimes indicates a book that needs editing, too short & the book needs more story. #askagent

It's important to know standard word count guidelines & requirements. There are always word count exceptions, but the examples you gave were also published in a different time. #askagent

Questions always welcome. On the business process question, my first thought is it is not linear. There's no meteoric rise without bumps in the road. I have no preference to a queries address--Ms. Faust and Jessica are both fine. Just don't call me Jess or Jessie. ;) #askagent