#QueryTip: Know Your Genre bit.ly/1qpFwLh

Do you know what can always be cut from a query? How you found out about me, and how you "understand that I rep X genre." #pubtip

# 1 problem with submissions: "Revealing Backstory while Avoiding the Info-dump" via @pubcrawlblog bit.ly/1o9k1gd #pubtip

When thinking of crime fiction in Ireland, I'd rather have Tana French than Andrew Greeley. More grit, less soft rain. #querytip

Love it! #pubtip MT @DRPerry22 I read mine while my toddler works on her walking. It soothes her and lets her hear plenty of words.

Great #pubtip MT @AnyaHarker I have a friend who puts my MS through a dictation thing to read it aloud to her when she does revision notes

Great #pubtip MT @r_e_morrison I always read my ms out loud to make sure the dialogue sounds realistic & there aren't awkward phrases.

Beating your head against the wall with revisions? Try reading your manuscript outloud for great "new" perspective. #pubtip

Ten things I look for on an author’s website: bit.ly/1ox2m81 #querytip

Last #querytip of the night: Just because your project isn't a fit for me doesn't mean it won't be for someone else. Find that match!

Please do not send attachments unless asked to do so. Agency-wide policy. #querytip #pubtip

I know #writers copy/paste queries & that’s okay. But removing previous agent’s name/agency gives the illusion of specialness! #querytip

Please do not query drafts or works-in-progress. Wait until you have a complete, revised, polished product. #querytip #pubtip

I regret that a pass does not mean I can direct you to other agencies to try. Must do your own research on your journey. #querytip #pubtip

No need to email asking if you can query me or would I like to see your query. Just email the query. #querytip #pubtip

I only represent manuscripts written in English, as that’s the only language I’m fluent in. #querytip #pubtip

Include your genre. Include your genre. Include your genre. #querytip #NeedsRepeating

5 Elements of a “Perfect” Blog Post bit.ly/1ox7bye via @write_practice #blogging #pubtip

Your query is NOT a synopsis, so don’t spell out what happens. You’re giving us the hook or the blurb on the back of the book. OK? #querytip

10 Things You Need on Your Author Website bit.ly/1ox2m81 #writetip #pubtip #branding