#querytip I’ve just deleted several queries in my email without reading any of them. Please follow submission guidelines. I don’t accept queries via email but am happy to receive them via QM: QueryMe.Online/Saritza

For me, great first pages have great scene goals. Is your character working to solve a problem or achieve a goal in every scene? #amreadingqueries #amagenting #pubtip

#pubtip Think about where your writing fits with which publisher and/or line. Then read those lines extensively. Don't just throw darts.

If you're querying, you should check your spam folder regularly for replies.
Just sayin'.
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Never apologize in your query letter. We know you're nervous about putting your words out there. (Though, promise, we agents aren't that scary.. mostly..) Starting out with an apology it doesn't inspire confidence. Be a badass when you hit send! #querytip #pubtip #amquerying

Just a reminder that all Writers House Junior agents also read queries for senior agents--meaning we often know when you query more than one of us concurrently. Please follow submission guidelines! #querytip

If you think that calling your book a romantic suspense thriller mystery historical novel with light fantasy/magical realism means everyone who likes ANY of those genres will like your book, you need to read this: katemckean.substack.com #pubtip #amwriting

Tailoring your queries to each agent is great! Just make sure you proofread and always update your placeholders - “blah blah blah” works as represented title fillers in draft, but fill that in properly before you send 😳😂 #querytip

Agent @ericsmithrocks shares the original query letter with commentary for @boycebabbles debut, THE FIFTEEN WONDERS OF DANIEL GREEN! bit.ly/2HsQSl1 #querytip #amquerying

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I can't speak for all agents but, for me, editors don't always get back to me. I'm not offended and it's just part of the process. Onwards...

Just FYI that this is normal.
#normal
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On a side note, I read every single submission that comes my way so I do notice if the same project comes my way again! #amagenting #querytip

I know ppl are excited to send their work, but plz don't send the same project so soon after a rejection. If I reject something and then the same project is sent to me a week later, it's going to be very clear that not enough substantial changes were made #amagenting #querytip

Just a reminder that if you've queried me and have been offered representation, or accepted an offer elsewhere, please let me know. Don't waste my time. Thanks! #querytip

Monday querying PSA, in passive voice: if I don't formally request a MS, if the full is sent to me anyway, and then I am nudged for a reply before our usual consideration window is up, I will probably be less charitably inclined to speed my read. #querytip

Writers, pls do yourselves a favor & learn the expectations of your genre. Save yourself unnecessary rejection. #pubtip

#agenttip #querytip I’ve been getting a lot of DMs w/unsolicited queries so I need to get some things off my chest. Please follow the proper methods when querying & make sure you read the submission guidelines. It’s your job as writers to be thorough & to be ready BEFORE querying

Both are legit answers but, I think, have very different approaches to publishing.

Just something to ponder.
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For all those working on a "trendy" manuscript, agent @msmariavicente says to focus on what makes your story different. #pubtip #querytip

Hey writers, you are welcome to re-query me with a new project or the same project *if you've made significant changes to the manuscript.* No need to reach out and ask permission first—just feel free to send it through the website form! #querytip

"Platform is visibility, authority, and engagement with your book's target audience that gives you influence in that market." - Nina Amir #pubtip