You don’t need to use phrases like, “my #query will introduce you to…” #querytip

When an agent says what to include in a query, don't give it to us as a list! #querytip

If your SFF ms. involves a ton of jargon, I'm probably not your best agent. #querytip

If YOUR query is better than this, you at least have a chance of getting an agent. #querytip #agentlife

"Here are four novels for your consideration."

Ummmmm...smh #querytip

It should be noted that I don't rep SF/F so longer books aren't for me. #querytip

Even then, I'm going to wish it was 100k and if I sign it I would advise lots of chopping. #querytip

Final #querystats for February!
402 received total
183 YA
80 MG
139 Adult
8 requests
0 clients signed
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#querytip the only time I'd ever expect an exclusive on a MS is if I offered a R&R - and even then, there would be a time limit on it.

I'm a really tough sell for retellings. #mswl #querytip

For the love of all that is holy, name your .doc with your name and the name of your manuscript. #querytip

Recvd query w/"Dear publisher, or something." If you don't know my name, much less what I do, then you really shouldn't query me. #queryfail

I have responded to all queries sent! Hoping i can stay on top of them now. Percent requested in 2017: 4.84% #querystats

I'll be giving feedback on #PassorPages' winning entries! The genre is Adult SFF & submission window is March 13-15. #pubtip #querytip

#pubtip: If you're submitting to an agent, using "dear Publisher, or something" is maybe not the best salutation.

My sweet spot for spot-on queries? 250 words. The 11,000 word query I just received is a tiny bit over that mark. #pass #querytip

THE SHORT FUSE GUIDE TO BOOK PUBLISHING RIGHTS by #LiteraryAgent @agentsavant is free all this week! ow.ly/9AL1309zUeR #pubtip

If your mss is #ownvoices, make sure to say so in your query so we don't have to creep on your social media! #querytip #pubtip

Reminder: Don't give up. Keep pushing. Run those books into the ground.

The universe might surprise you. #pubtip

There are so many ways to say "walked". Google is full of synonyms. Explore! #querytip #amediting #amwriting #amquerying #bookwormproblems