Overly wordy queries make me think overly wordy manuscript. Query's purpose is to make me want more, not to tell me everything. #querytip

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#querytip Please don't use a company to send me a query, I want to hear your voice. #petpeeve

Like your book, your query needs structure. Random sentences addressing random plot points don't work. Learn to write a query. #querytip

Proofread your #QueryLetter. It's our first impression of your writing skills, and spelling/grammatical errors don't bode well. #pubtip

I research authors before offering representation, and I expect you do the same before querying. #querytip #subtip

Yes, demons are the ultimate baddies, but so many queries come in where demons are villains "just because". Give them a purpose. #querytip

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By technicality, can every one of your "chapters" be less than 5 pages each? Yes. Should they? No. #pubtip

Humorous fiction may be the most difficult genre to write bc you have to simultaneously accomplish both humor and narrative. #pubtip

If you get an offer of rep, it’s courtesy to inform agents considering you (preferably before accepting, but minimum upon accept) #querytip

If you know which LPA agent you want to query, you can email him/her directly. General sub email addy for if you do not know who. #querytip

As I read queries today, thought I'd mention my #querytip roundup ICYMI earlier this week: rachelmbrooks.com/2015/03/winter… (And happy Saturday!)

I mean I'll be charmed if you query me in Urdu, but you probably shouldn't. #querytip

Debut novelists & otherwise, do yourself a favor & pick up WRITING THE BREAKOUT NOVEL by @DonMaass. It will be your bible. #pubtip

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How to write the perfect pitch for your query letter: bit.ly/1EtwZRs #querytip

Writing your query as your protagonist almost always ends up coming across as really awkward. #querytip

>50% of the sub letters I see in my inbox contain some kind of self-insult ("I know this doesn't sound unique..."). Don't do that!! #pubtip