Weronika Janczuk

I'd say there are only certain genres for which this kind of reading is even conducive to the ms quality--primarily literary fiction, short stories, poetry. You wouldn't want to measure a more commercial concept for traditional pub by capacity for translation to audio. #askagent

This is a good question. I'd say it won't carry formal weight, unless the agent knows the author, but if she has endorsed the book, you could include a quote from her between the query & sample pages. Cite her & her credentials. Agents may differ on this ?. #askagent

system (created one for myself, basically) in Word, & it's hard for me to let it go; would only do so if I found something more effective, in transitioning from query inbox to files to author to editor. We're really working with the same book the whole way through. (2) #askagent

This may differ from agent to agent, but as far as I can tell, standard route is Word. I rely on Track Changes for specific ms-level comments, & write editorial letters in entire documents. There are some specific tools out there (programs), but I learned a great (1) #askagent

I would love to see a story like that. Some of the most interesting contours of reality are accessible from the eyes and experiences of children. The trick is to really nail the experience; believability, rawness, viscerality - be real & true. This is always my marker. #askagent

This is a great question. I'd say it's definitely not bad practice. Just be sure that it's a good comp, and that there isn't a better one. Most of the times, I see comps and one of two things happens: (1) writing falls flat (so ms is poor), or (2) comps don't match ms. #askagent

Beyond this, I'd say that the way to own the voice is to enter into the skin of the person--and so for "white persons" writing "diverse characters," do your research; go deep; encounter and write from experience of culture. (If I'm missing the ? here, clarify for me!) #askagent

Are you asking about doing this craft-wise? The answer to me is v. simple: you have to own the voice. Own the voice, no matter what; I can't stand books where the voice falls flat. Whether you're owning your own voice, or the voice of a diverse character, OWN IT. #askagent

The way audio rights are handled differs pretty widely, on behalf of different agencies as well as boilerplate contracts. I don't foresee the audio market specifically impacting the agent-author relationship broadly; it may impact the contractual content with sales. #askagent

This is a great question! To some extent, this seems to me like it differs among agents. While the core publishing market is book-based, and a lot of audiobooks go viral following successful traditional pub, there may be agencies that specialize in rights for audio. #askagent

This is on the shorter end, but I'd not decline a query simply on WC. IMO, a good thriller is usually 75k+. #askagent

What are you asking about, specifically? Most dialogue happens in quotation marks, per standard dialogue format. Italics = emphasis, thoughts, etc. Any specific examples? I would make sure to format well in your submissions process. #askagent

In m'experience, this depends on the agent. I don't weigh this question at all until I've determined the quality of a given manuscript, and ultimately am not too moved by SP, or poor sales; strong sales help much--one writer I love broke into traditional pub this way. #askagent

Hello! Never too late for a good #askagent q. Besides slush and referrals, I am often looking to find writers at conferences--and I also try to intentionally track online writing contests and sometimes online forums. If something strikes me, I'll start email correspondence.

Generally true, yes! You need to be able to pitch your own novel! This d/n mean you shouldn't have it deeply vetted, but a good business tool = the construction and articulation of a pitch, as in a query. #querytip #askagent

Can't say more than that without knowing specifics--would only encourage signing with an agent who can help ask and answer those questions intentionally, strategically, etc. With regards to 2nd q.: Age d/n matter to me if ms quality is strong; may affect career... (2) #askagent

Multiple genres = concrete, extended conversation about the nature of career-building. It's possible, but requires strategy, to build out careers across genres; some continuity & regularity is required/hoped for, to build audience dedication. (1) #askagent

Besides this, however, book publishing--as any other industry--should always be subject to a preference for the green and the sustainable, and we just need to do a better job for pushing for & maintaining this preference across infrastructures, policies, etc. (3) #askagent

The production of books, parchment, etc., is a long-term historical reality--and I would say that generally most climate change movements are rooted in realities and industries outside publishing itself. Where possible, I always prefer the energy-savvy approach. (2) #askagent

This is a v. good question--thx. Climate change & global warming reports have been on my radar since I was in high school debate. It may not be a satisfying answer, but I do generally agree that we're not building sufficient, large-scale infrastructure to cope. (1) #askagent