Same goes for word count, interestingly; if a novel is unusually long or short vs. others in genre, it's usually a story problem. #querytip

I ask for a synopsis not just b/c it's quicker to read; it's also a great indication of whether author grasps genre expectations. #querytip

Goal of a query: to put yourself and your work in the best possible light. Don't ever apologize for your writing or your bio! #querytip

Here's your regular reminder that for fiction you should only be querying with finished work. Be ready to send the full that day! #querytip

Personalized rejections take me a lot of extra time, and are a sign that you are very much on the right track. #querytip

Morning appointment was serious high-level ADULTING, but quicker than expected. I'm reading queries now; some #querytip(s) may follow.

#querytip: a good query means good writing.

Colloquially we say "we sold a book!" when in reality "we sold the right to publish a book" is more accurate. #pubtip

#pubtip = agent's job includes defining "publish" in contract (format, release dates, etc) and defining when that right to publish reverts.

Semantic #pubtip = Author doesn't "sell a book" to publisher. Rather, Author sells "rights to publish a book" to a publisher.

Read Query Shark. Befriend published authors & ask questions. Utilize critique partners, too! Every bit helps in finding an agent. #querytip

.@NathanBransford on "How to know when to leave your agent" #pubtip blog.nathanbransford.com/2015/07/how-to…

We agents talk to one another. And use our research skills. Just an FYI if you think you're sneaky. #notsosneaky #querytip #pubtip

Your query/manuscript should probably be well written with as perfect grammar & spelling as possible... #querytip #writetip #JustSaying

So important! No matter what you're writing, high stakes are crucial. #pubtip twitter.com/gr8thepeter/st…

Inside Traditional Publishing: A Tale of Two Authors (A Cautionary Story) via @HuffPostBlog @KarenDionne #pubtip

Example of successful fantasy opening pages = RADIANT by @ksumnersmith (today's Kindle Daily Deal) here: karinasumnersmith.com/novels/radiant… #pubtip

Example of a successful fantasy query = FALLS THE SHADOW by @stefaniegaither original query here: writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/g… #pubtip

Example of successful fantasy query = THE DAEDALUS INCIDENT by @mikemartinez72 original query here: writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/g… #pubtip

#QueryTip = review your fantasy query. Use highlighter to mark every word associated with explaining the world or backstory. Now TRIM!!