Sara Megibow

In pitch, avoid backstory as much as possible. "Heroines fight demons" is more interesting than "Heroines born on different worlds." #pubtip

Published author #pubtip = keep your website updated with (clearly marked!) upcoming events as @KarenFortunati does: karenfortunati.com/?page_id=85

Big publicity event coming up? Remember to share with your publicist and agent (who will share with Hollywood and foreign co-agents) #pubtip

In an ideal world, I'd like to see full manuscript in my inbox within 48 hours of having requested it. #pubtip

Published author #pubtip = writing in a series? Clearly mark on your website which is Book #1 in the series, Book #2, Book #3, etc.

Agent @Renee_Nyen critiques a query letter - read it here (with author's permission!) ktliterary.com/2016/09/ask-da… #pubtip #queries #agenting

how to flag abuse at @goodreads = goodreads.com/help/show/57-h… #pubtip

When pitching your fantasy novel, trim down the world details to the most baseline, compelling, easily-accessible elements. #pubtip

#pubtip = Sit on your manuscript for a bit before editing. But also...sit on editorial feedback for a bit before editing.

If you do only one thing the week of your book release - make sure your author website is updated! #pubtip

Excellent craft-oriented post!!! "Opening Your Story" by @mikemartinez72 on @Janice_Hardy blog: blog.janicehardy.com/2016/09/need-t… #pubtip

Conference Tip = review the agents/editors attending and read one of their books before the conference. #pubtip

Here's the query letter that landed a book deal for this debut author: writersdigest.com/online-exclusi… #queries #pubtip

In addition to twitter, websites, blogs, conferences, etc. - wandering bookstore/library is excellent way to learn about publishing! #pubtip

Clearest way I explain genre = on which shelf in a bookstore do you imagine your book? #pubtip #genre #queries

How to find what agent repped a book? Search on publishersmarketplace.com (there is a fee) or check acknowledgments page of the book. #pubtip

Choosing agents to query?

#pubtip = start your list with the agents who repped your top 10 (recent!) favorite books in your genre.

#PubTip "What inspired you to write this book?"

Post your answer on your author website as @PaigeOrwin does here: paigeorwin.com/blog/puzzle-bo…

#ReleaseDate = genre, author's backlist, season, series vs. stand alone, release dates of other big name authors in that genre, etc. #pubtip

#PubTip = release date is set based on oodles of factors: delivery date, release dates of other books in publisher catalog... #ReleaseDate