smaller, regional groups can be included #askTBA

Comps really only work if the reader recognizes them. #askTBA

A week or two should be enough, but be mindful of the publishing calendar (BEA, Bologna Book Fair, etc) #askTBA

BUT don't worry, debut authors don't need credits - just a good book, so if nothing apples, just leave blank #askTBA

also if you are a member of any writing organizations (SCBWI etc), have won writing prizes or have a degree #askTBA

New stuff surprises me every single day. The job is always changing. Each day is different. I love it. #askTBA

In my experience, editors are eager to see it. #askTBA

anything relevant to why you are best person to write the book - if it's a space book and you work at NASA for ex. #askTBA

Lots, if they're good comps. None if they're not. #helpful #askTBA

Overall, for sure. #askTBA

I think if you can work a political issue into a compelling, well-written book, your timing is perfect. #askTBA

3 months #askTBA

As long as the ms. isn't a total mess, that wouldn't bother me. #askTBA

nope, we all have different taste, so feel free to try another agent #askTBA

Ohhh. Well, if you're querying a YA and you know you want to write adult one day, you need an agent who does both. #askTBA

Under 1500 for bios, but 1000 seems okay for a non-fiction text. Do look to see where illos can tell story though #askTBA

Tricky, but I think that can work if done well. It all depends on how rest of story works to bring it together. #askTBA

absolutely! #askTBA

FULL MANUSCRIPT ALREADY WRITTEN. We need to know you can finish the book! #askTBA

I am excited for WHEN DIMPLE MET RISHI to get out there. Arc sitting on my desk right now. #askTBA