#querytip You're not. Ever. Don't be that guy! #ReasonsYourBookWasRejected "Don’t assume that you are the excepti... goodreads.com/quotes/7316558…

.#1 reason Ur Book was Rejected: the writing is crap. So research, hone your craft, and learn. #querytip Thx to @LZats 4 the reading tip!

"I'll read your query in December. If you'd like to be read next week instead, I can do that for $50" = this is a SCAM! #agents #pubtip

"I'd love to offer you representation and my editing services cost $100 a month" = this is a SCAM! #agents #pubtip

If we've met at a conference, don't forget to mention WHERE we met when you follow up with me. #QueryTip https://t.co/z9r5WfC9WA

In your book proposal, instead of promising how great/moving/hilarious your book will be, have the writing in the proposal be that. #pubtip

#pubtip "If you want to appeal to the masses, make sure you appeal to the one. If you try to write with everybody... goodreads.com/quotes/7315232…

#querytip Don't send random samples from all over ms- if sub guide asks for first 5-10 pgs-we are trying to assess writing and flow.

Writers preparing to query, here's a new interview where I give some in-depth advice on that process: writeforapples.com/2015/10/querys… #querytip

The literary agents at Kimberley Cameron & Associates will personally critique your query letter: writersonlineworkshops.com/courses/agent-… #querytip

Found 42 queries in spam filter 'cuz writer misspelled my name. NOTE: Sara, not Sarah. Query address = saraquery@ktliterary.com #pubtip

Don't use more words than needed when describing something. #pubtip twitter.com/im_tommypickle…

ICYMI: 5 Questions with Literary Agent @carlywatters bit.ly/1GoklYc via @GirlFridayProd #pubtip

Don't start your #query with a rhetorical question. The answer will always be no. #querytip

Seeing a lot of queries that quote the length in number of pages. Don't do that! It's always in number of words. #querytip

#Querytip your query, like your pages should show me why I should want to read. Telling me that there's a hook on every page doesn't entice

#querytip Seeing a lot of queries lately that are on my "not interested in" list. It is important to do your homework when querying agent.

#querytip I like to receive queries directly from #writers, not writer services on behalf of. Save your money :)

#querytip 1K+ queries in inbox - 3 agents -we skim the email subject for our names. Yours will be missed if not addressed to specific agent.

Unless you're querying me for personal reasons, I don't need to know you found me via our website/WD. Open w/ your pitch instead. #QueryTip