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Kate Poels @KatePoelsAuthor
If a writer has several ideas, which should they go for...the one they like most or the one they expect others to like most? #askagent#askagent @KatePoelsAuthor That is TRICKY! I would say you should write what you love as you'll always write this best BUT... 1/2
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Guy Lucas @GuyLucas01
@JoannaMoult @AmberCaraveo Question: Are publishers more inclined to go for a series than a standalone? If so, why/why not? #askagent@GuyLucas01 Publishers always like series POTENTIAL in case bk1 is a bestseller! #askagent
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Guy Lucas @GuyLucas01
@JoannaMoult @AmberCaraveo Question: Are publishers more inclined to go for a series than a standalone? If so, why/why not? #askagent@GuyLucas01 For older readers stand-alones popular right now as they allow the author to write something new if book 1 doesn't fly #askagent
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Grinch Advocate Tinselthief @GATaylor3
Do you think MG always works better in first person?#askagent
@JoannaMoult @AmberCaraveo
#askagent @GATaylor3 No, I think it can work equally well in third person.
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Helen Clark Jones @helenclarkjones
@AmberCaraveo @JoannaMoult Thanks Amber, what's the news about funny/witty with a heart? #askagent#askagent @helenclarkjones Yes, this always goes down well if the voice is strong and convincing.
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Guy Lucas @GuyLucas01
@JoannaMoult @AmberCaraveo Question: Are publishers more inclined to go for a series than a standalone? If so, why/why not? #askagent@GuyLucas01 This is cos young readers like series stability & safety to develop reading habit. #askagent
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Guy Lucas @GuyLucas01
@JoannaMoult @AmberCaraveo Question: Are publishers more inclined to go for a series than a standalone? If so, why/why not? #askagent@GuyLucas01 At the younger end of the market publishers nearly always want series potential. At upper end they want stand-alones #askagent
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Anonymous asked: Do you have a lifetime goal in regards to agenting? tmblr.co/Z1DsEu24v7RKI #askagent #mswl
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Did everyone catch the latest batch of #askagent Q's that got answered on our tumblr? There were some good ones!
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Bronwen Fleetwood @bronniesway
#askFuse @FuseLiterary While querying, should the next project be a direct follow-up (sequel, same world) or something different?.@bronniesway You don't always need to produce a sequel, but you do need to produce another book within that brand. #AskFuse
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Abby @WriterAbbyWhite
@FuseLiterary I know it is improving, but you think the sci fi/fantasy genres still need masculine author names? #askfuse.@WriterAbbyWhite It's not a necessity, no. If you're just starting out, I'd have that conversation with your agent & publisher. #AskFuse
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Abby @WriterAbbyWhite
#askfuse Also, what is your opinion of using a pen name?.@WriterAbbyWhite It's a commitment, but it can be great (and sometimes necessary) for branding. #AskFuse
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Mike Samonek @mikesamonek
@FuseLiterary How can someone who gets tons of rejections figure out what part (concept vs writing) is the problem? #askfuse Thanks again..@mikesamonek Always look for trends in the response. Some don't use form letters, and that will help. Also workshop your sub. #AskFuse
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Mike Samonek @mikesamonek
Are most query rejections based on concept, query or writing sample? Same question for requests. Thanks! #AskFuse.@mikesamonek Query rejections vary quite a bit, but at the request stage, it's usually because the writing doesn't deliver. #AskFuse
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I'm having an open call for middle grade subs & will be open to unsolic #MG queries From Apr 15 to May 15: ow.ly/10kgQF #askagent
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TUMBLR Q: "Any advice for people who want to get into publishing?" MY ANSWER: MARRY WELL. Or read this: tmblr.co/ZX42Sx24aHjbZ #askagent
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TUMBLR Q: "How do you feel about aromantic characters in YA" -- MY ANSWER, in which I have to google that: tmblr.co/ZX42Sx24aINqm #askagent
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TUMBLR Q: Are you interested in Diverse Dystopia? MY ANSWER with bonus mention of Needles, CA. >> tmblr.co/ZX42Sx24aIgDK #askagent
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Rebekah Fraser @RebekahLFraser
@JessicaMileo At what point do you like to see a submission? Draft 3? Draft 50? After it's been edited by a pro?@RebekahLFraser At least a few drafts but it depends on what ur MS needs. Definitely proof for gramatical/spelling errors #askagent