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· 25 Jul 2016

Nikki @ThevoiceofIs

#askPSLA Is it unacceptable to post a manuscript on wattpad and such and still want to have it traditionally published, and/or querying?

Replying to @ThevoiceofIs

Posting your manuscript online anywhere will always make it harder to find a traditional publisher. #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

Susan Howarth @SusanMHowarth

#askPSLA Any advice on writing YA in present vs past tense? Is one easier to sell?

Replying to @SusanMHowarth

nope, just has to be done well. I've never had someone reject due to tense #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

Jean Wiley @JWiley8974

#askPSLA Is there any one standard format for query letter and how important is format anyway, other than length?

Replying to @JWiley8974

Not across the board. We have a general format on our website that is a good start: psliterary.com/submissions/ #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

Jennifer Looft @Jenniferlooft

#askPSLA in your experience, has YA dystopian run its course, or are agents/publishers still buying?

Replying to @Jenniferlooft

I'll do anything to avoid using the word dystopian in a pitch now. #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

Nikki @ThevoiceofIs

#askPSLA How important is a social media following important for emerging authors, even in querying?

Replying to @ThevoiceofIs

for fiction? not really important at all, so focus more on building a community and support system #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

Maria, Maria 🎶 @msmariavicente

@T_RoyNagle I'm not sure of the specific rules for that contest, but many writers query and enter contests at the same time. #askPSLA

Replying to @msmariavicente

You just might want to wait in case you receive feedback from the contest that will help you revise your query. #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

T.Roy Nagle @T_RoyNagle

#askPSLA Hi, ladies. I want to query, but I'm hoping to be in #pitchwars.
Should I wait?
If I so, can I? PS isn't listed as an agent. Thanks

Replying to @T_RoyNagle

I'm not sure of the specific rules for that contest, but many writers query and enter contests at the same time. #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

Sophie Pinkoski @sophiemlpink

@PSLiterary how big of a deal is manuscript word count? Do you toss a submission if wordcount is too large?#askPSLA

Replying to @sophiemlpink

short word count is worse than long, IMO! Over 200k has to sound VERY good to be worth it tho #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

Amy Warren @Amy_R_Warren

Will be at a conf with @PSLiterary agent. Is it ok to pitch an unfinished work just to help learn the process? 1st conference ever. #askPSLA

Replying to @Amy_R_Warren

Yes, use your pitch time to learn! Just be upfront about it not being a finished project. #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

Amy Warren @Amy_R_Warren

Will be at a conf with @PSLiterary agent. Is it ok to pitch an unfinished work just to help learn the process? 1st conference ever. #askPSLA

Replying to @Amy_R_Warren

Yes, just mention that from that start! pitches are YOUR time #askPSLA

· 25 Jul 2016

Jennifer Looft @Jenniferlooft

#askPSLA When 1st chap is req'd, but chaps r short (-1500wds), should I send 1st two chaps for a better look at MS?

Replying to @Jenniferlooft

No, only send the number of chapters requested! #askPSLA

· 22 Jul 2016

Angela Parker @adallae

How much time do you expect a writer to take on a R&R? Do you lose enthusiasm after too long? #AskFuse

Replying to @adallae

.@adallae Possibly. Weeks = better than months. Both are often better than days. #AskFuse

· 22 Jul 2016

Margarita Montimore @damiella

#AskFuse What's the max word count you'd recommend for an Adult ms (general, literary or upmarket fiction)?

Replying to @damiella

.@damiella That varies by genre, but unless you have one that requires a lot of world building, usually best to aim under 100k. #AskFuse

· 22 Jul 2016

Lisa Katzenberger @FictionCity

#AskFuse What grabs your attention in a picture book manuscript?

Replying to @FictionCity

.@FictionCity Voice is everything, but a unique, fun concept will get your foot in the door. #AskFuse

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