Kaitlyn Johnson
Literary Agent
Belcastro Agency
Agent @belcastr . insta: kjbelcastro. Freelance Editor. Serial comma for life. She/her. Query at QueryManager.com/1147
Literary Agent
Just saying, I very rarely see the need for explanation points in novels unless used in dialogue. It comes across childish or jumpy. My PSA for the day. #amediting #querytip
Literary Agent
PEOPLE! Some agents want endings revealed in the synopsis. Some don't.
THIS IS WHY YOU RESEARCH AND TAILOR SUBMISSIONS ACCORDINGLY!
Stop acting like publishing is one size fits all. #amwriting #amediting #amquerying #querytip
Literary Agent
A couple things I'm noticing in the query box that I am NOT the right agent for:
1) graphic rape
2) agency dependent on pregnancy/marriage (includes loss of pregnancy)
3) drug/physical/sexual abuse main plots (light touches okay)
4) thriller or suspense
#querytip #amquerying
Literary Agent
Query Box update: I am officially caught up to June! If you didn't get a response, maybe check spam? I answer all queries, so no one should be left unanswered before June. #querytip #amquerying
Literary Agent
Finished your novel? Join me next week to learn next steps and avoid common pitfalls! buff.ly/2FY9lBg #amwriting #amediting #querytip #amquerying
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People, PLEASE, stop using the line "so-and-so is not like other girls" in your query. PLEASE! #querytip
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Learn different types of editing and how you can spot common pitfalls in your writing! See details on Getting the Most Out of Your Self-Editing: tinyurl.com/y7lbw6k2 #amwriting #amediting #querytip #amquerying
Literary Agent
Learn different types of editing and how to spot common pitfalls in your writing! See details on Getting the Most Out of Your Self-Editing: tinyurl.com/y7lbw6k2 #amwriting #amediting #querytip #amquerying
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Whitley Abell @whitleyabell
I am currently seeking a remote literary intern.Must love Commercial Fiction—Historical, Fantasy, Mystery/Thriller, Women’s fiction—and Nonfiction. *No YA/MG at this time*
#amwriting #amreading #amediting
Apply at form.jotform.com/80925386274162 pic.twitter.com/IcpDoYrNQi
#pubtip Internship Opportunity! #amreading #amwriting #amediting #querytip #amquerying
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Strike 1: Wrong name in greeting
Strike 2: Pasted query and pages in the query box
Strike 3: Wrote "see above" in synopsis and pages boxes
Come on, man. You're not even trying! #querytip #amagenting
Literary Agent
Note to writers: NEVER end a synopsis with "I could tell you, but I hope you'll want to figure out for yourself".
Literally want to throw my computer. #amagenting #querytip
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Naomi Hughes @NaomiHughesYA
As an editor specializing in YA and MG, I tend to see a lot of portal fantasies (stories where the protagonist finds themselves in another world, where most of the conflict then takes place). And I've found that sub-genre to have some very common problems. A short thread!Brilliant advice on writing that portal fantasy. #amediting #amwriting #amquerying #querytip
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It's always a red flag when there are multiple errors in your query. If necessary, have someone else read/edit it BEFORE sending to agents! #amquerying #querytip
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Ellen Brock @EllenMBrock
I've had a lot of questions lately about if/when writers should hire freelance novel editors. I want to go over a few suggestions. #amediting #amwritingGreat thread for writers thinking about hiring a professional editor! #amediting #amwriting #amquerying #querytip #writers
Literary Agent
So, if you think you can trick Query Manager, you're wrong. You sneaky, but I can see that you queried us already under a different name and email. Remember, some agencies don't mind, but Corvisiero asks you to only sub to one agent at a time. #querytip
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Want to see some tidbits I'm hunting for in Fantasy (and other awesome agents on the lookout for writer!)? Check out Jody Sperling's new article! thejohnfox.com/2018/03/19-new… #amwriting #amediting #querytip #amquerying
Literary Agent
Also, saying "My query letter and synopsis are together" will make me immediately dislike you. You clearly haven't researched me if you think I'm ok saying a query and synopsis are the same thing... #querytip
Literary Agent
Almost every query tonight has 1, maybe 2 lines about the book. Why? Here's my structure:
1st para: personalization to agent and metadata
2nd para: introduce character and situation/conflict
3rd para: introduce 2nd POV or love interest
4th para: Stakes
5th para: bio
#querytip
Literary Agent
Query: "I've included the first five pages and ." <-- unfinished sentence
We all make mistakes, and you gave me a chuckle tonight. But don't forget to reread a couple times. #querytip
Literary Agent
Guys, please tell me about your book in the query. Not your aspirations or bio or life story without a scrap of story detail. And please don't then end the query saying you sent 10pgs when my guidelines asks for 5... #querytip