Why you should avoid writing "trendy" fiction, but pay attention to the market: bit.ly/1KmucKF #pubtip

Please don't try to cram in extra words by single spacing and using tiny font. It hurts my eyes and makes it harder to read. 2/2 #querytip

Pasting your MS as plain text into your email and using 12 point font would really help me with reading your query. #querytip

Writers, I know you’re bending over backwards to meet every agent’s nitpicky requirements, but common sense rules above all else. #querytip

I’m just going to go out on a limb an say: please feel free to round up to the 100 on your word count estimates. #querytip

How to Submit Queries, Told in Emojis:
🚫 Through FB
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✔️ Through submission guidelines. 🎉👍🏼💯 #querytip

.@SaraMegibow I had one tell me they self published it when I offered rep. Still mad 3yrs later. #queryfail 😡

Please don't do these things: bit.ly/1OaQGjo #querytip #tooclosetohome

Don't forget the lovely, amazing @HeddaFlaherty! #diversebooks #wndb #querytip twitter.com/HeddaFlaherty/…

Insulting a client in a query is a bad idea. I like my clients. I love their work. That's why they're my clients. You won't be. #querytip

So far, most common query mistakes: 1. Abstract/vague story/plot/stakes. 2. What is driving the main character, external+internal? #querytip

#QueryTip = frustrating to ask for sample pages and *then* find out the submission isn't one I'd consider.

#QueryTip = I don't personally rep books that have been previously published but many agents do.

#QueryTip = if you are querying for a novel that has been previously published, please include that info in the query.

On writing about other cultures: "we all need to deconstruct the idea of whiteness as a default" writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/g… #pubtip

Agent One-on-One: How to Craft Query Letters & Other Submission Materials That Get Noticed Boot Camp writersonlineworkshops.com/courses/agent-… #pubtip

#pubtip When writing a query letter, don't list all of the reasons why you think we will reject your manuscript

#pubtip I wish folks would take "self" out of the term "self-published." You published your book, plain and simple. Proceed accordingly.

#pubtip Authors: make sure your contact info is readily available online. Agents are always reading and might want to reach out to say hello

"Attached is query letter, brief synopsis, & first chapters" is NOT the correct way to query anyone. #querytip