This is why I like to tell writers to read their work aloud to themselves. Hear the rhythm of the narration, the speech, etc, and find the shape to the voice. #pubtip

#querytip checking in constantly on the status of your MS will very likely speed up the response process, but you also aren't likely to like the response you get. You don't want to come across as overly demanding or difficult to work with. Publishing is a glacially slow business.

Querying works! That’s my # 1 way to find clients. #amquerying #writingcommunity #pubtip

Dear #querying #writercommunity -
I heartily suggest you research each agent you query off their agency website and follow their specifications vs. tweeting a pitch at them and asking if they'd like to read your book.
#Querytip

#Querytip: stick to a plain, legible font. Your creativity should come through in your writing, not in your liberal use of wingdings!

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An entire paragraph of comp titles, even more than a few, begins to feel like nothing in your book is unique.
It's a balance, familiar but different.
#amquerying

Still catching up on queries, but looks like I’ve answered everything through May 15th. If not, then I didn’t get it and please try again. #amagenting #querytip

here’s to more thoughtful posts like these about how to find agents that are a true fit, how to navigate the author-agent relationship if priorities and goals change, and making sure you continue to be honest with yourself through the process. #pubtip

Our talented @PSLiterary crew has grown recently!

If you're querying be sure to research our new associate agent additions: psliterary.com/who-we-are/

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#querytip
#newagentalert

The Writer's Toolbox by @ptbradley1 on @NovelAcademy #writingtip #writing #pubtip learnhowtowriteanovel.com/blog/2019/06/0…

How I Personally Feel About Comp Titles in Query Letters (with the caveat that not all agents feel this way) #amquerying #querytip #amwriting tracymarchini.com/2019/06/03/per…

#writetip #querytip When introducing your main character, showing them involved in action rather than standing by and observing the actions of others, can help show readers their personality and spark interest

There are a lot of great writers conferences coming up this summer, so a general tip: email your MS if you get a request. No USB drives, hard copies, or anything like that. Don’t give agents/editors more stuff to lug on the plane home. #pubtip

Picture books are being bought now for publication in 2021, so if you're trying to hit an anniversary, keep in mind that pbs usually take 18 - 24 months to produce! #askagent #querytip #amwriting

Don't break the fourth wall. Don't do it. Do not break that wall. A thread. #writingtip #querytip

Breaking the fourth wall (having the MC speak directly to the reader) is a very difficult thing to do in writing and should only be used for specific themes and voices. 1/3

#querytip Thread
If you're going to use a comparable title that's epic (like Harry Potter, Hunger Games, Shadow and Bone), you're setting the agent up to have huge expectations.
If you must use that title...

#amquerying #writingcommmunity

Point being — ALWAYS strike morality clauses. Or define them as best as possible. Though, in my experience, publishers are often okay with striking morality clauses because they’re infamously BS. #pubtip #contract

AFTER ALL morality is a social, cultural, personal thing. Besides, you know, illegal acts like stealing, murder, purposely running over a duck. #pubtip #contracts

The way many are written can be interpreted as John was involved in a twitter feud or received a speeding ticket — and the publisher can say “see you later!” #pubtip #contracts

Also, MORALTY CLAUSES! They may(?) *seem* like a reasonable thing. Like if Hachette buys your book and you murder your neighbor it makes sense they wouldn’t want to work with you. #pubtip #contracts #thread