#querytip I find it creepy when I receive a query written in the voice of the character. Is this a thing now? Don't do this #creepy

#querytip want to turn an agent off? Tell us how much $$ your story will make us & provide a link for us to follow in order to read your sub

So which agent did you carefully research out of the 80 on mass email? #querytip Don't do this.

Never ever, ever, EVER compare your book to Harry Potter in your query. #querytip

#PubTip = when asking an author if they could read for potential blurb, remember to let them know deadline for that blurb!

Whether or not the agent asks, please always send a synopsis with your requested material. #pubtip

Do not call an agent regarding your query or submission. We're busy working with clients, editors, conferences, contracts, etc. #querytip

always best just query one book. Pick your winner and run w it! Don't query more than 1 in same letter, or worse, 2 letters. #pubtip

"#Atticus told me to delete the adjectives and I'd have the facts." #indiepub #pubtip #inspiration #quote https://t.co/NNEXlt6U1d

“Publication is a marathon, not a sprint. Writing the book is only the start.” - Jo Linsdell #pubtip

Conference Etiquette: Advice From A Literary Agent marycmoore.com/index.php/2016… #querytip #pubtip #askagent https://t.co/XWEefGRdDP

Get advice on how to query from the agents at KC&A: writersonlineworkshops.com/courses/agent-… #slushpile #writetip #askagent #pubtip #querytip

ICYMI: The Most Important Part of Any Query Letter bit.ly/1RNVDmT via @MsMariaVicente #querytip

Referencing comparable titles is great, but v. expected or predictable comps can make your book fade into a sea of similar queries #querytip

I love GRACELING, Tamora Pierce, Laini Taylor, Sarah Maas, Leigh Bardugo but see LOTS of queries w/ these comps--maybe use others. #querytip

****Received a perfectly written query letter last night. Followed publishing protocol. Nice! #querytip

Published Author Tip = keep a copy of every fully executed contract (and remember where you've kept it). #pubtip

For more on what to do after querying, here's my post w/Tips on Good Submission Etiquette ow.ly/WOMbW #querytip #askagent

3) Does the query lay out the stakes of the story & do those stakes feel high enough? Looking for conflict I could care about. #querytip 4/4

2) Can I imagine where it would fit in the current market &generally how I'd pitch it? This is where comp titles can help you. #querytip 3/4