Writers, please note, word count estimates change every couple years depending on market. PLEASE only trust sources that were posted within the last 3 years when deciding on your novel's word count ❤️ #querytip #amquerying

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When you’re querying an agent, use their name. Otherwise it’s:

Subject Line: “What more do you need to know to merit publishing my book?!” 😐
Gentlemen, please do better. I know you can. #querytip #commonpolitenesstip

Query Tip: Don't query an idea, 1st draft, 1/2 a draft, etc. Only query when your MS is complete and the best you can make it.

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Tried to see as much of #LatinxPitch as possible today! I'm not open to queries unless I specifically asked for them, but please keep an eye out for my new MSWL in the coming weeks! Hoping to reopen to all queries by November! #querytip #amquerying

Sad as sending out passes is (because I've been on the other side of that fence), it makes it that much sweeter when I get to send out an offer. #publishing #pubtip

More often than not I have to send out passes (I prefer that word to rejection, because I like to think I'm passing the novel on the editor who is right for it), because I have only so many openings. #publishing #pubtip

#QueryTip? #WritingTip? #EditingTip? Personal preference? Either way: never use two adjectives when one specific adjective would do the job. Pick one.

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A query and a synopsis are NOT the same thing

A query is like the back cover copy —it gives you just enough info to say READ ME

A synopsis tells the whole story beginning to end with spoilers and should also show character arc

Update on our submission system

Any submission sent before midnight this morning (9/8/2020 12:00am) I cannot access 😢 and I have some dating back to the end of June (I’m so sorry)
They’re working on the issue & we hope it’s resolved soon.
Questions? Post them below #querytip

#QueryTip: I always consider how authors communicate during the query process to be indicative of how they will communicate going forward. Having compatible communication styles is so important in the agent/author relationship! #AmQuerying

Authors, PLEASE let agents know if/when you received/accepted another offer of rep or publication. It's very hard to find free time to read in this current climate, and to spend hours reading a MS that's no longer available is very frustrating. #querytip #pubtip

The main reason I reject submissions is because the writer doesn't know(or doesn't meet) the expectations of the genre they're writing in, be it tropes, word count, etc. Avoid rejection. Do your homework before you submit. #pubtip

Enough said to start your week off with positivity and a solid list of goals. WriteTip #QueryTip #MondayMotivation instagram.com/p/CE394mJgFtE/…

#QueryTip: A synopsis should ideally (for me, anyway) be 2-3 pages long, and it should contain ALL THE SPOILERS, including the ending! When agents ask to see a synopsis, we want to see the beats and the structure of your whole story. #AmQuerying #WritingCommunity

Minor miracle: I’m caught up on queries through 8/13/20. If I didn’t answer it, I didn’t get it. #querytip #amagenting

Save your word count! You don’t need to tell me what categories I’m looking for in your query letter. Just tell me about your book. Use your limited number of words for YOUR stuff, not mine! #querytip

Another #subtip #querytip it looks weird when you say you're sending to someone bc of their reputation or tastes but then you don't... address it to anyone. Loves, come on. Think a bit.

Hey pals, #subtip #querytip please make sure your font isn't so tiny! I know it seems like I'm being nitpicky, but my eyesight is bad & sometimes I have to put my face Riiiiight up to my computer screen to read your work. I can zoom, but it's still crowded, my eyes have trouble!

Query Tip: Don't hide your hook! Let it stand out loud and proud and near the beginning!
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