@parmita_ we work with them in the same way we do any author. I don't care where you're from. I care about your writing #BookEndsChat

I'm not a fan of pitch contests @janflora #BookEndsChat

@taralovesbooks Personally I'm not looking for much contemp romance right now unless it's dark and suspenseful #BookEndsChat

@suedunn103 That sounds like a historical mystery, not sure I'd call it a cozy. #BookEndsChat

@janflora It depends on the contest. I've gotten several clients from them. But often they're overwhelming for agents! #BookEndsChat

@parmita_ I love a mention of something I've said in an interview. Just... don't sound like you have stalked us! #BookEndsChat

@parmita_ don't force it. if there is nothing more don't worry about it. #BookEndsChat

@saharishta sadly, voice isn't something that can be taught. It's something you'll have to hone. a critic group is great #BookEndsChat

@oliveijn I have a foreign client - but their book was originally written in English. #BookEndsChat

@saharishta genre readers esp expect a certain voice in the writing. YA has a specific voice. #BookEndsChat

@parmita_ If you're fan of a client, that's a nice add, particularly if you write something similar. Only if sincere, though. #BookEndsChat

@janflora Personally, I hate Twitter pitch contests—I need more than 140 characters. But ones on websites can be fun. #BookEndsChat

@saharishta I'd also recommend reading more in that genre and paying attention to the voice #BookEndsChat

@Saharishta It may just be a question of taste, but it might be helpful to work with a critique partner #BookEndsChat

@oliveijn you're going to have to translate it all. if a request comes in from a US agent they'll want the book in English #BookEndsChat

@juliakayjett I would definitely target the conferences with pub pros. Usually you can learn about craft & the biz at those. #BookEndsChat

@juliakayjett a univ class will though teach you the basics of writing, style, and hopefully voice. #BookEndsChat

@juliakayjett a Univ. writing workshop won't usually teach you how the biz works, and might often give wrong biz advice #BookEndsChat

@DogRoomProds Not necessarily. It all comes down to voice and accessibility for youngsters! #BookEndsChat

@juliakayjett personally, I think a good conference will teach you more about publishing, the biz, & provide networking #BookEndsChat