I’m not going to FORCE you to make one. Not everyone likes social media, and that’s totally fine. I think it can be helpful, but it’s not a deal breaker for me in fiction. #askagent

I’ll take another look at it. It still might not be the right fit for me, but if it’s been redone, feel free to send. #askagent

use a book. Preferably one from the last couple of years. But to start, it’s research. #askagent

to publishers on why it's worth the risk. But if it's a popular writer who is querying another story, it doesn't hurt or hinder. I just want to love your story. #askagent

Please note that publishing and writing is so subjective. My answers might not align with another agent's. But so much of this job is just us and our opinions. For the most part, there are no hard and fast rules. Some, but not all. #askagent

with others. Their reactions to normal things that is specific to him/her. I don't think you have to start in the middle of things, but I also wouldn't take too long to get there. #askagent

I don't mind if someone queries soon after if the book is ready. #askagent

It really depends on what the topic is & it also might be subjective to each agent that is looking. I have clients who don't have huge numbers, but took them on bc their story has been featured in magazines or is relevant to current issues. #askagent

I'm a very editorial agent. I do a content edit and then a line edit when it's almost ready to go out on submission. But if it needs TOO much editorial work, then it's probably not ready to be sent to agents. #askagent

This is tricky. There are certain things I've noticed, but I also believe that someone should write what they're feeling because everything (for the most part) comes around again. If you have a book in your head, write it. It might not be your first sale. That's ok. #askagent

For me personally, I prefer right into the hook and then stats after. However, as long as you have a good hook for your story and get me interested and wanting more, the order really doesn't matter to me. #askagent

The only writers I search for is non-fiction where having a platform is important. Otherwise, I just find clients through contests, conferences, or my query inbox. Social media is good to have, but I wouldn't pass on someone because they don't have it. Unless it's NF. #askagent

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What to Expect When Submitting to Agents or the evolution of the submission process. #askagent bookendsliterary.com/2019/08/26/wha…

You can always continue a series because you’re the one who writes it! But I wouldn’t pitch any book in a series but the first one. It’s up to you what you do with the response, though. ❤️

They could mention that it’s been professionally edited their bio, but it’s not necessary. Sometimes it can help though!

Most don’t respond to queries at all, but there are a few that still do respond to all. Their responses vary depending on their work schedule, life interruptions, and free time.

3 months is usually industry standard for nudging. :)

We want it the best it can be before hitting our desks, and if it’s the best it can be through beta readers and CPs and your editing, then that’s fine! If you want to utilize an editor, just make sure you get a well recommended and professional editor.

If it’s a major revision, I think it might be alright as long as you state that it’s a resubmission and has been through major edits.