Deidre Knight

An important #pubtip. A pass from our agency (and most) by submissions coordinator, or one agent, is a pass from the whole agency. 1/2

Here's why 2/2 #pubtip. It's literally impossible to provide that type of critique with the sheer volume of queries. We'd be yrs behind.

Morning #pubtip: if an agent passes on your query, please don't ask them, "what did you think of the concept?" Or for feedback or critique.

Good morning, all! What's everyone up to so far? I'm working on emails and some queries. #pubtip Pls don't ask for feedback about your query

I mention the #pubtip b/c it's amazing how often, over the past 20 yrs, I HAVE encountered suspicion & paranoia. Nobody stealing your idea!

Here's a #pubtip. Once you're in query/submission process, set aside suspicion & paranoia--*if* you've researched the agency and it's legit.

I know that may seem nitpicky (if it made sense, condensed 140). But I honestly think it's a sign of less immediacy in *some* cases.#pubtip

2/2 #pubtip It reads as less immediate, less deep pov, using "as" or "while" in opening sentence. Clunky, too. Aim for more dynamic opening.

Because their quick read means you had a great pitch, that they were excited and interested. Not that they didn't read your work.#pubtip 2/2

Here's a #pubtip. If an agent or editor read something quickly, then pass, don't complain that they didn't "really read it." 1/2

Here's a #pubtip. If you query or submit to me, & you write as, say, D.B. Cooper, pls sign as Daniel. I want to know name

Check out my original #pubtip announcement! #amwriting #amwritingquery twitter.com/JSCarterGilson…

Here's a #pubtip. Please, please proof your opening paragraph. I've read so many subs lately with errors in 1st para & even opening sentence