Keep going. #pubtip #agenttip #writertip #everybodytip

Loading Nook with subs and feel it's time for this reminder again: when sending fulls, please put your query letter on the 1st page #pubtip

#pubtip: Linkedin is not a legitimate way for authors and editors to connect.

So many gems! 25 debut authors share their #pubtip advice: nepheletempest.wordpress.com/2015/10/07/gue… via @NepheleTempest @ChuckSambuchino

Going through queries, and I'm quickly reminded of an old standard: if I can play it as a D&D campaign, I don't want to rep it. #pubtip

#PubTip = Keep a first edition of your book. Every time. #booklover

It never hurts to add a cute puppy to your book. 🐶 #pubtip

Tips to get inside your character's head from @DiAnnMills on @EdieMelson bit.ly/1jPGche #writing #pubtip

#PubTip = send a press release to your alma mater when it's time for book release. Many colleges host newsletters, graduate spotlights, etc.

#pubtip pet peeve: hiding the MC in the opening pages. Does it really help to withhold names/use vague pronouns? No. No, it does not.

#PubTip = wanna make t-shirts and mugs based on your book? Make sure you own commercial/ merchandising rights first (you should, but check!)

All good tips here, especially #5. "Show don't tell" applies to queries as well. #pubtip twitter.com/WritersDigest/…

Don't pick whackadoo names for your characters. Theres a fine line between interesting and ridiculous. #pubtip

Dear Queriers: You don't need to format your e-query like a formal letter, with the date and my mailing address. Save space and nix. #pubtip

"I'll read your query in December. If you'd like to be read next week instead, I can do that for $50" = this is a SCAM! #agents #pubtip

"I'd love to offer you representation and my editing services cost $100 a month" = this is a SCAM! #agents #pubtip

In your book proposal, instead of promising how great/moving/hilarious your book will be, have the writing in the proposal be that. #pubtip

#pubtip "If you want to appeal to the masses, make sure you appeal to the one. If you try to write with everybody... goodreads.com/quotes/7315232…

Found 42 queries in spam filter 'cuz writer misspelled my name. NOTE: Sara, not Sarah. Query address = saraquery@ktliterary.com #pubtip

Don't use more words than needed when describing something. #pubtip twitter.com/im_tommypickle…