FYI: Out of the 20 queries I’ve read so far today, 3 started with a character waking up, and 2 started with a dream.
Authors, I promise there’re more interesting dropping in points.
This is such a common used opening it just doesn’t stand out.
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Authors: Quick reminder to accept all changes before sending out your materials. When it's full of comments and redline it does make it a little harder to read. 😉
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Reminder to authors that a "no" doesn't mean "no for every project you ever write." So if you think we are a good fit, please do query me again with your new projects.
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What are your burning publishing and writing questions?

Could it be: Why does word count even matter?

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Met today with one of my fav ghostwriters. #Writers, there should be no shame in outside help to make your writing the best it can be. Knowing the range of services will help you match what you need. #pubtip #anwriting 🧵

While we are talking about query trench frustration: I've been mulling over some thoughts about form v. personal response, how much feedback to give in a pass, and my own personal conflict with the idea of giving a lot of "helpful" feedback in a pass. 🧵
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A #querytip I never imagined I'd have to share, hoping it went unsaid: please don't send a cold query for your based-on-a-true-story novel that begins with a real photo of a dead body! Thanks!!

Tuesday Tips!❤️🙏 Since our query’s recently opened up, here’s a a query tip for ya! Make each query unique!❤️
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When querying, you should already be writing your next book. Never wait for a book to be picked up before starting your next one. Published or not, the best way to sell your book is by writing your next one. #querytip

Sometimes query advice doesn't apply to everyone. For ex, 250-350 words is sound advice, but not if you're writing SFF or historical. It's more important to establish context so we have enough info to understand goals, obstacles, and stakes than to keep it brief. #querytip

10 Ways to Write More Words by @emhaneyauthor on @MyBookTherapy #writingtip #writing #pubtip learnhowtowriteanovel.com/blog/2022/06/0…

#querytip querying authors, in your bio if you don't have writing accolades, I still love knowing your day job and some tidbit about you. I read samples first and if I go back to your query, that's often missing (probably to keep things short). I mean, give me a sentence or two!

Always follow the publisher’s or agent’s guidelines when querying your manuscript. They are there for a reason. #querytip

Authors: Reminder to double check the file you're attaching when you submit is your MS and not your History homework 😬 On a side note, I think you deserve an A. ❤️ #QueryTip #WritingCommunity
*If this does happen to you just resubmit, no worries. We all make mistakes ❤️

“Show, don’t tell” applies to query letters too! #querytip

If you've ever wondered how book auctions work, I wrote you a primer!

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Final note:

Keep this in mind when considering agenting, whether as a job or just an interest.

I don't get paid for any of that reading. I get paid when the book sells. Which may or may not happen. This is why burnout is real

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The majority of book buyers are women across the board and esp in Advice/Self Help. If you have a book that will help men be better, it's got to appeal to the women in their lives to buy it for them. #pubtip

When writing, don’t try to please everyone. You must have a target audience, and your betas and editor must be part of that target audience.
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A valuable tip that sometimes we forget to follow. Keep it simple, don’t overcomplicate things! If it seems too complicated for you, it definitely is for the reader. ✨❤️
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