Rachel Brooks

Secrets, lies, danger, adventure, consequences, special abilities = vague words if not elaborated to set your query apart. #querytip

If you already self-pubbed your book, that’s not “testing the waters for publishing” that book- it IS publishing it. #querytip

Need manuscript word count in #queries, not how many chapters/pages in length. #querytip

Smart post by @NewLeafLiterary on marketable vs personal preference & how can overlap (or not) newleafliterary.tumblr.com/post/954734933… #writers #querytip

Last #querytip of the night: Just because your project isn't a fit for me doesn't mean it won't be for someone else. Find that match!

Please do not send attachments unless asked to do so. Agency-wide policy. #querytip #pubtip

I know #writers copy/paste queries & that’s okay. But removing previous agent’s name/agency gives the illusion of specialness! #querytip

Please do not query drafts or works-in-progress. Wait until you have a complete, revised, polished product. #querytip #pubtip

I regret that a pass does not mean I can direct you to other agencies to try. Must do your own research on your journey. #querytip #pubtip

No need to email asking if you can query me or would I like to see your query. Just email the query. #querytip #pubtip

I only represent manuscripts written in English, as that’s the only language I’m fluent in. #querytip #pubtip

As much as being related or married to @LoriPerkinsRAB would rock, my name is not Rachel Perkins. #sorrytodisappoint #querytip

So I know this comes as a shocker, since my photo and name are so androgynous, but I am not a guy. #mindblown #querytip