Kaitlyn Johnson

I would personally like a new synopsis for something like that just to see how the writer changed areas and to remind the agent of the storyline in general. They've probably read a ton since last seeing it and a refresher is helpful #askagent

That's a tough one w/o reading it to see how it's handled. This opposition does happen on both sides, but it depends how the families/characters are portrayed and stereotypes avoided. If it's MG, is this like, a parent-in-law again the MC's parent? #askagent

If the agent didn't ask for an exclusive, and you believe this is a better version of your work, you are free to send the new version to other agents. It IS wonderful to let that R&R agent read it first (we do love that since we gave the notes) but it's not mandatory #askagent

Personally, I like it at the end of the query. For Nonfiction, you may want to put it first. It really shouldn't matter that much in the grand scheme of things, though. It won't be an auto no #askagent

Honestly, I wouldn't bring it up unless you get an offer or R&R from the agent. We don't need to know it unless we reach the point where we're interested enough that editing comes into play. Save it for if they set up a call or give you notes for an R&R #askagent

You can still notify the agents who have any of your works. Clarify it's for a separate work than what they hold and ask if they'd like the chance to review it before you sign a contract #askagent

I say 1pg single spaced or 2pgs double spaced. Give beginning, middle, end but we don't need subplots or character motivation/emotion explained. It can be dry and to the point, as long as we know the major plot steps #askagent

Definitely. You can tell the publisher you need to notify agents first before signing anything. Then tell every agent who has your query, partial, or full #askagent

That's not necessarily too long! If hte concept is super intriguing and pulls reader in, 119k may not feel so long AND could be edited down further by an agent. I've deff seen well done adult fantasy that lenght (YA, though, that's a bit too long) #askagent

Nope. You can mention you did a deep revision, but the query should remain the same, minus what you change for the new book version details #askagent

Contemporary ex: In class w/ friend, kid pulls prank that embarrasses MC = reasoning for plan to save rep or to change situation #askagent (2/2)

Give us something that introduces the character, lets us get to know their personality a bit, but also has the conflict/challenge that propels us into the main plot. Fantasy ex: chased by guards who burn house down = revenge storyline. #askagent (1/2)

that just gives me a great story and the plot is interwoven with the time period, not necessarily dependent on it #askagent (2/2)

I don't think that applies to all novels. Some plots can be wonderful in diff time periods, even if they're not IMPERATIVE to that setting. Not every book has to be set in a certain time because of the event happening then. Personally, I love to see historical #askagent (1/2)

Yes! If you've done a deep revision, feel free to re-submit and state that in the query #askagent

The only time I'd be careful is toward end of year when most agents close their boxes to catch up. Be sure to research the agent to be certain they're currently open to queries #askagent

If you've made significant revisions (like a very deep rewrite) you sometimes can, or if the agent offered to take another look after revising. Some agents prefer you to not, though, so be sure to research. #askagent

Keep in mind, this is for debut. If you're pre-published, you may be able to get away with over the YA/A limit. #askagent

You don't have to, though I like to see it mentioned when it's got a more mature tone/intended for older MG audience. Fantasy depends on age. For MG, I wouldn't go over 70k; for YA it's looking more around 100-110k, and Adult is around 110k/120k #askagent

If it's something I don't rep or have said I don't read (rape, abuse, etc. on my profile). Also, if it's obvs problematic (racist, sexist, etc.). Those are big immediate no's. But others include no firm hook or overplayed storyline, too #askagent