Hannah VanVels
Literary Agent
Belcastro Agency
Hannah VanVels
@hannahvanvels
路 15 Apr 2020
Sylvia Woodham @SylviaWoodham
@hannahvanvels I have speculative fiction/ alt history in a non magic world about a bi poly woman Sultan who is not "the chosen one" would it be of interest to you?Replying to @SylviaWoodham
I do like many of those aspects in stories! My queries are open! #askagent #askCLA
Hannah VanVels
@hannahvanvels
路 15 Apr 2020
Genesis @GenesisDowney
@hannahvanvels Is there a good "rule" for how long a chapter should be? My chapters are really long, but that's because they are made up of sub-chapters (it's a multi-pov story). Instead of sending 3 full chapters, I'm wondering if it's ok to just send the first 3 labeled sections.Replying to @GenesisDowney
It depends on your audience and age range. If agents ask for three chapters, send those full long chapters! Some agents might only ask for 30 pages instead of 3 chapters, so just follow directions. #askagent #askCLA
Hannah VanVels
@hannahvanvels
路 15 Apr 2020
Sylvia Woodham @SylviaWoodham
@hannahvanvels What impresses you most about a prospective writer or his/ her voice?Replying to @SylviaWoodham
Voice! A writer can always expect their story to go through several iterations and revisions, but a voice is what makes an author unique. I also love to see enthusiasm and willingness to learn. #askagent #askCLA
Hannah VanVels
@hannahvanvels
路 15 Apr 2020
Sandy M. Bachar @Sandy_M_Bachar
@hannahvanvels Hello from Corona captivity. Having trouble nailing down if my manuscript is Mainstream Mystery or Supernatural. It is set in present day, with elements of witchcraft. Thanks!! #askagentReplying to @Sandy_M_Bachar
I'd pitch as mystery with supernatural elements! #askagent #askCLA