Jessica Sinsheimer

Include your Twitter handle (with the @) in your query. This way, if you say something cool online, I can search for your query. #pubtip

Writing a #memoir? Here are some great tips from Sarah Jane and author Brenda Peterson in the Utne Reader: utne.com/arts/tips-on-w… #pubtip

Check-in to me that's always okay: "Dear Jessica, I'm writing to check in on [title], sent [date]. Hope this finds you well, [Name]" #Pubtip

I have to feel like your conflict and your protagonist are about evenly matched. That keeps it interesting. #PubTip

Remember that your icons are branding. If you have a wholesome story for children and a risqué Gmail icon, well...it's confusing. #PubTip

If I ask to see future work--and then you do send a subsequent project--it's to your benefit to mention this (and include the email).#PubTip

If you get a request through a Twitter contest, it's wise to include that hashtag in your query (probably its subject line). #PubTip #RTslap

Your comps don't have to be books. You can use TV and movies, too. Anything that isn't forced and gives us an image works. #Pubtip

Friendly reminder: always hit Accept --> Accept All Changes before sending your work. Or we may just see your CP's edits. :) #PubTip