Naomi Davis

Seek agents who work within all those genres and have that conversation when an agent offers rep. #askagent

Today on the @bookendslit blog, I address protagonist age as it pertains to YA and MG fiction. #askagent #amwriting #writetip
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This is something I don't mind at all, but some agents do mind. Ultimately, worst they can do is reject it again. But if feedback was given for the rejection related to not a fit for wishlist, etc, it might have been rejected for reasons which editing can't resolve. #askagent

Well my recommendation would be for you to let agents know it's a major revision of a previously seen title IF they requested to read pages. If just the query was rejected, you can prob just re-query.
If any other #askagent folks want to weigh in on this that would be cool!

#ownvoices typically means that you and your character share at least one aspect of a marginalized identity. #askagent

If you're wondering what kind of info goes into a pitch from an agent to a publisher, this thread pretty much covers it #askagent #querytip

If you have better credentials do include them, but knowing readers enjoy your fanfic does help us see that your writing connects with your audience! #askagent

Publishing has to look to the future, trying to stay ahead of trends, trying to catch things just before they explode. So if you can give us that something new, with enough familiarity to snag an established readership, we want to hear about it. /5 #askagent

I am encouraged by different projects by the same author. Shows your versatility, commitment, and experience! #askagent

I wouldnt turn that away. I may have questions abt length, like is a critical element missing? But adding needless words is the WORST... if an agent loves the story they will discuss expansion with you if need be.
I don't auto rej on word count unless it's ridiculous. #askagent

10 pgs 2spaced Times 12 (or other reasonable font at a reasonable size). Give us a good sample of your book but don't make us strain our eyes plz! 🤓 #askagent

I like to see YA above 60k but again, word count efficiency matters: don't add needless words to reach a target number. I might read it at 55k and say YOU KNOW WHAT SCENE THIS BOOK NEEDS? So not a hard and fast rule. #askagent

Not a hard pass, but I'd have questions: should this be expanded? Is something missing? Could it be better? Is the author capable of expanding without just bogging down with words?
Sequels are often expected to be similar lengths, due to printing costs. #askagent

Contemporary fantasy (but do find a way to sneak the rural aspect in the query - may be an attractive or unattractive elements for many agents) #askagent

#askagent co-author should always be mentioned in the query.
Even if she's twelve. I have actually worked with 2 parent/child teams and it's a lovely experience!

If I've requested the full, I am expecting a word document of the story. These things can be a part of this document but I'm not likely to open multiple docs. But can story be told without those elements? Good to make sure story is strong enough to stand w/o them too. #askagent

If you queried but never heard back do send along the requested materials - if it was on a full manuscript request I would advise you email for clarification of her instructions. #askagent

For fiction, yes we expect complete manuscripts. Some nonfiction, or even fiction from established published authors, can be sold on proposal. #askagent

Generally, if an agent is "open to queries" it's a good time.
You can re-query most agents unless their website says not to, but be up front and honest that it is a revision and you're hoping they will be willing to take a second look. #askagent

Primarily, medieval-Europe inspired, but also the established systems of elves/dwarves/monsters/magic in this regard. #askagent