Kaitlyn Johnson

Don't really have numbers for that, but often it's if the query is just something I'm not interested in, or if the pages are just not strong enough writing. Sometimes it's synopsis, but that varies #askagent

if they specifically request it in a contest/conference, or put out a MSWL that is really your story's exact focus, or if they join the agency AFTER you were passed on (because, hey, they weren't there for you to choose) you should be ok #askagent

Not all of them! Check their preferences. I don't take novellas, but another agent in the agency might, so deff do research #askagent

I have a Maybe pile of around 60 queries right now. All decent or great. Sometimes I request, sometimes I don't. I have CLIENTS right now who didn't have the best queries. I don't have %, but it's more about the plot or writing that grabs me even if query is sub-par #askagent

Keep a list of any editor that liked your pitch. You can mention in the query, or you can just save it for when you get an agent offer and let them know, so they can reach out to the editor #askagent

Really, just a unique hook. What makes yours different from others in the same plot/genre. #askagent

We want to see more in this age. It's a murky area and we don't have nearly enough. It would most likely by MG or YA dependent on voice/plot #askagent

if 1 character feels like the main one the plot revolves around, focus on them. It's hard to do more than 2 characters in a query. Things often get complicated after that #askagent

yes! definitely. Email the agents who have your other work(s) and let them know, and include the pitch for the other book at least so they can say yes or no to reading it #askagent

Um, I love space western. We can read between the lines lol just do research on the agency. If they've stated they prefer shelf-specific, edit your query for them. But for others, if it's not super vague, something like space western works #askagent

Platform matters for nonfiction, because you should be involved/have experience in topic. For fiction, social media doesn't bother me. I will work with you on bulking that, but it's not necessary to have a big platform #askagent

If it's a complete rewrite, I'd be okay with it. Others may not, so be sure to take a close look at their preferences #askagent

You could state you've published graphic novels with NAME and also had publications through various small presses. If they want to know more, they'll ask who those presses are (it's still a great accomplishment, though! Congrats!) #askagent

I would only let agents know if you've had an offer of representation or if a press/publisher is currently considering the manuscript. We expect other agents to be reading it, so we don't need you to let us know #askagent

focus on the main character for the pitch, but mention it is multi POV in the metadata paragraph (title, word count, genre, etc.) #askagent

Nope! If it's a completely separate work/series, the agent shouldn't be concerned with that. If they want to set up a call to discuss your work, let them know so they're aware of all the projects you're working on #askagent

Totally fine ending mid-scene. I would suggest not going over the stated number of pages. And yes, whatever they request, it should be double spaced first. Double space the pages, then send the first 5 (if requested) or 10 if they asked for more #askagent

It's not usually all related topics. Like, I don't like graphic rape, but I understand a character who has a past where they experienced it or as you said, are the product of. So, unless they state graphic or any relation to it, you might be ok #askagent

Oh, lord! Ummmm have all of my clients at Big 5 publishers? Maybe? Probably to make enough money that I can agent full time and not have a second job? lol I don't really know. I just love what I do #askagent

New adult is an agent category, not a sub genre, but we're still trying to get it the attention it needs. Right now, most publishers shy away, or label is YA with adult crossover or Adult with YA crossover. #askagent