#querytip don't name your project after famously racist stuff. or do, so I can pass on it faster. whatever works.

#QueryTip If you haven't published before, be honest in your query. It's okay. I'm looking for the next big book. It could be yours!

100%. #pubtip

#pubtip #podcast with super agents @literaticat and our fearless leader @DaphneUn "agents vs schmagents" = jenniferlaughran.com/literaticast/e…

#pubtip = read the original query letter for AN ENCHANTMENT OF RAVENS. Success story right here!! writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/g…

#PubTip = teens in a YA novel set in 1992 shouldn't say "WTF" or "LOL." #oops #edit

#QueryTip DON'T add agents mailing lists unless requested. We are really sensitive to the overwhelm of our in-boxes & our time

#QueryTip Maximize the first impression. Write an opening line that raises a compelling question, immediately sets tone & establishes voice.

Author monies rarely increase linearly. Budget wisely! It's common for money (advances, royalties, subrights) to bounce up and down. #pubtip

Craft #pubtip = "5 Things Being a Journalist Taught Me About Writing Fiction" - by @mikemartinez72 at @WritersDigest writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/g…

And I have found most of my clients from good old fashioned querying. I've discovered some amazing talent in my box! #QueryTip

#QueryTip I only see a small writing sample & have to decide fast. If you don't hear from me, consider revising & resubmitting in 6 months.

And Alexa nailed it. When in doubt, query. Don't get caught up in minutiae. Look at agents' whole profiles and client lists. #MSWL #pubtip

#QueryTip Unfortunately, if you already self-published, it would be difficult for me to sell the same project to a traditional publisher.

#QueryTip If I request your manuscript, it often takes me 8 weeks to respond, because I need time to read and consider your work.

#QueryTip If I pass on your work, please feel free to resubmit a polished *significant* revision 6+ months after your original submission.

#QueryTip I am looking for polished work that is ready for me to represent. Don't submit too early. Revise first and send your best work.

Things that matter in a query letter and things that don't. #pubtip

#TipTuesday: Make it easy for #agents to request your #manuscript. Don't use filters or require an email address approval process. #querytip

#pubtip #reminder = if you self publish your book, you are the publisher and the e-tailer (amazon.com, etc) is the distributor.