How to find what agent repped a book? Search on publishersmarketplace.com (there is a fee) or check acknowledgments page of the book. #pubtip

Choosing agents to query?

#pubtip = start your list with the agents who repped your top 10 (recent!) favorite books in your genre.

#PubTip "What inspired you to write this book?"

Post your answer on your author website as @PaigeOrwin does here: paigeorwin.com/blog/puzzle-bo…

If an agent rejected the first book in a series, chances are they won't take on the second or third book.
#subtip #querytip

What really makes a query letter stand out? @kurestinarmada says, clear concise description of book… #querytip

#ReleaseDate = genre, author's backlist, season, series vs. stand alone, release dates of other big name authors in that genre, etc. #pubtip

#PubTip = release date is set based on oodles of factors: delivery date, release dates of other books in publisher catalog... #ReleaseDate

You know what’s awesome about stating everywhere that I’m only looking for PBs from author/illustrators? No one listens to you. #pubtip

A cautionary tale about permissions > Navy SEAL who wrote Bin Laden raid book must pay gov't at least $6.8M wpo.st/eKEt1 #pubtip

If there's a typo in the first line of a Q, it doesn't bode well for outcome. Proofreading is highly recommended. #pubtip

Don't try to disguise an adult book by calling it YA w/ a "literary bent" or "literary voice." Read and know the books you write. #querytip

Hearing your query read out loud gives you a great sense of tone and pacing. #querytip

The latest The Write Shadow Times! paper.li/TheWriteShadow… Thanks to @JustJJWriting @CRehse @YamileSMendez #pubtip #amwriting

Unless they are an editor at one of the big 5, agents do not care what NYT bestselling author has agreed to read your book. #pubtip

Queries showcase the ms AS WELL AS who you are & what it'll be like to work with you. Research, edit, seek betas, follow guidelines! #pubtip

For any #writers that missed my query webinar, I have another one coming up Oct 27th! bit.ly/2aQVIdX #pubtip @WritersDigest

#Querytip: Don't make sweeping generalizations about your work (Full of wit & emotion! Impeccable pacing!) Just tell me about your book.

Retweeted Sarah Bailey (@SBTheRen):

great opportunity my #Canadian #writer friends #amwriting #querytip... fb.me/12n8MCxye

Excellent advice: How to Write a Book Proposal by @JaneFriedman janefriedman.com/start-here-how… #pubtip

You should only be #querying one agent per agency. Yes, we do figure it out if you query more than one. #querytip #amquerying